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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD

Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD

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Greysheet Catalog Details (GSID: 74203)

The Classic Head Half Cent Half Cent is part of a series of Classic Head coins struck from 1809-1836. The specific variety is 1831-1836. Struck in Philadelphia and designated as a Proof (PR) strike, this coin is made of Copper.
In 1809 the obverse was completely changed to a more mature depiction of liberty with the reverse just changed to a slightly improved wreath. John Reich created the new design. The long awaited presentation of more exact minting machinery in the 1830's, made it possible for the Mint to deliver top notch coins in moderately high numbers. It was in this decade that the Mint initiated the creation of proof coinage. Restrikes were created around 1858 to 1861, when collecting was getting more well known in the United States.
Obverse: Lady Liberty is portrayed with a capped bonnet, facing left, in what is referred to as the so-called classic head style. The word LIBERTY appearing on her headband. 13 stars appear left and right in a 7x6 formation.
Reverse: The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery surround a wreath framing the words HALF CENT. The wreath is tied by a bow at the bottom.

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Catalog Detail

GSID: 74203
Coin Date: Classic Head Half Cent
Denomination: 1/2c / Half Cent
Designation: PR
Mint Mark: P
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Coinage Type: Classic Head
Coinage Years: 1809-1836
Composition: Copper
Variety: 1831-1836
Strike Type: Proof
Diameter: 23.5 mm
Weight: 5.44 gr
Coin Shape: Round
Designer: John Reich
Obverse Lettering: LIBERTY, [Date]
Obverse Designer: John Reich
Reverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, CENT
Reverse Designer: John Reich
PCGS #: 1176
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