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Robert Scot | |
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| 1st Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint | |
| In office November 23, 1793 – November 3, 1823 | |
| President | George Washington John Adams Thomas Jefferson James Madison James Monroe |
| Preceded by | office established |
| Succeeded by | William Kneass |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 2, 1745 The Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Died | November 3, 1823 (aged 78) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Spouse | Eunice Beal Scot |
| Children | Lucretia, Harriot, Sophia, Robert, Jr., Charlotte |
| Occupation | Engraver |
Robert Scot (October 2, 1745 – November 3, 1823) was a Scottish-American engraver who served as Chief Engraver of the United States Mint from 1793 until his death in 1823. He was succeeded by William Kneass. Scot 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. Robert Scot was the most prolific engraver of early American patriotic iconography, with symbols and images depicting rebellion, unity, victory, and liberty throughout his career in America.