Robert Scot

Politician

1744 – 1823

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Who was Robert Scot?

Robert Scot was the first Chief Engraver of the United States Mint from the inception of the United States Mint in 1793 until his death in 1823. He was succeeded by William Kneass. Scot also designed the popular and rare Flowing Hair dollar coinage along with the Liberty Cap half cent.

Scot is perhaps best known for his design, the Draped Bust, which was used on many silver and copper coins.

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Born
1744
Kingdom of Great Britain
Died
Nov 1, 1823
Philadelphia

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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