The US 1826 Cent coin, made of copper, was minted during a period of economic recovery following the War of 1812. The design, featuring Liberty and an eagle, reflected the nations efforts to assert its independence and identity. The coin’s copper composition represented the continued reliance on domestic materials for currency.
Politically, the 1826 Cent was minted during President John Quincy Adams’ administration, a time marked by internal improvements and national expansion. The coin’s design and metal choice signified both economic stability and the desire for unity, representing the United States’ growing confidence and self-sufficiency in the 1820s.