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The original version variety of the 1836 Proof Half Cent is of the Classic Head design on the obverse and large round berries on the reverse. This variety?s reverse also possesses a line under the word Cent and a small circle dead center on the coin. There were 42 pieces minted in 1836 that encompasses all known varieties with this original being the most common. Overall, this is quite a rare coin worth anywhere between five thousand to over thirty thousand dollars depending on the grade.
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:
576
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1836
Reverse Designer:
John Reich
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, CENT
Weight (gr):
5.44 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1749 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
23.5
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain Edge
Variety:
Original
Coin Date:
1836
Denomination:
1/2c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
140–240
Coinage Type:
Half Cent
Coinage Years:
1809-1836
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
1207
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Coin Value History
1836 1/2c Original PR BN
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1836 1/2c Original PR BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$72,000 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $60,000 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR BN [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/162xxx/8c7ec3ba-6aab-40f6-a971-d8b9b2cbbecc.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,900 – $38,400
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RB [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200722/ha_com_1280_3006-0.20200722005505387.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $5,250 – $28,800
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20201014/ha_com_1212_3444-0.20201014032809193.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $8,500 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Original PR BN
Worth: $27,500 – $150,000
1831 1/2c Original PR RB
Worth: $33,600 – $96,000
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR BN
Worth: $9,600 – $38,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR RB
Worth: $22,500 – $49,920
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR RD
Worth: $30,000 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $40,320
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR RB
Worth: $22,000 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR RD
1832 1/2c PR BN
Worth: $12,000 – $43,200
1832 1/2c PR RB
Worth: $36,000 – $57,600
1832 1/2c PR RD
1833 1/2c PR BN
Worth: $2,400 – $24,000
1836 Classic Head Half Cent. Original. B-1. Rarity-5. Proof-64 BN (PCGS). CAC. OGH.
$9,600
1836 Original, B-1, R.5, PR65 Brown NGC. CAC. Our EAC grade PR60. ...
$11,400
1836 Classic Head Half Cent. Original. B-1. Rarity-5. Proof-62 BN (NGC).
$6,300
1836 Classic Head Half Cent. Original. B-1. Rarity-6-. Proof-45 (PCGS).
$3,290
1836 1/2 C B-1, R.5, PR63 Brown PCGS. Our EAC Grade PR60. ...
$9,988
$77,625
1836 1/2 C Original Proof Genuine PCGS. B-1, Low R.6. ...
$3,738
1836 1/2 C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. ...
$4,312
$3,220
1836 1/2 C PR64 Brown PCGS. B-1 Original, Low R.6. ...
$9,300
$89,125
1836 1/2 C Original PR62 Brown NGC. ...
$4,888
1836 1/2 C, BN
$3,220
$8,912
1836 1/2 C First Restrike, Reverse of 1836 PR66 Brown NGC.<...
$13,685
$3,450
1836 1/2 C Original PR64 Brown NGC. B-1, High R.5. ...
$8,400
1836 1/2 C PR65 Brown NGC. B-1, R.6. ...
$9,400
1836 1/2 C PR62 Brown NGC. ...
$6,325
$6,670
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