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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1809-1836 MS RB [Type]

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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1809-1836 MS RB [Type]
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Obverse Description

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 Description

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.

Catalog Information

GSID: 72295
Designer: John Reich
Obverse Designer: John Reich
Obverse Lettering: LIBERTY, [Date]
Reverse Designer: John Reich
Reverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, CENT
Weight (gr): 5.44 gr
Weight (oz): 0.1749 oz
Strike Type: Business
Diameter: 23.5
Coin Shape: Round
Edge: Plain Edge
Variety: 1809-1836
Coin Date: Classic Head Half Cent
Denomination: 1/2c
Designation: MS
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Coinage Type: Half Cent
Coinage Years: 1809-1836
Composition: Copper
PCGS #: 1120
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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1809-1836 MS RB [Type]
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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1809-1836 MS RB [Type]
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GSID:72295 PCGS:1120 Shop related

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Greysheet & CPG® Values
Greysheet & CPG® Values by grade for Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1809-1836 MS RB [Type]
Grade CAC CPG Value (Retail) Greysheet Price (Wholesale)
MS66 CAC $12,000 $1,234
MS66 - $7,000 $1,234
MS65 CAC $1,234 $1,234
MS65 - $1,234 $1,234
MS64 CAC $1,234 $1,234
MS64 - $1,234 $1,234
MS63 CAC $1,234 $1,234
MS63 - $1,234 $1,234
MS62 CAC $1,234 $1,234
MS62 - $1,234 $1,234
MS61 CAC $1,234 $1,234
MS61 - $1,234 $1,234

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