Whitman Expo
1836 Restrike Half Cent PR BN Reverse of 1840 Values
Details
The Reverse 1840, Small Berries variety of the 1836 Proof Half Cent is known as the second restrike type struck. This variety?s reverse does NOT possess the line or dot that its original counterpart displays. There were 42 pieces minted in 1836 that include all known varieties with this restrike only known to exist in the single digits. Clearly a very rare coin worth anywhere between fifteen thousand to over thirty-five thousand dollars depending on the grade.
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.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
8–15
Coinage Type:
Half Cent
Coinage Years:
1809-1836
Composition:
Copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Restrike
Variety 2:
Reverse of 1840
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
5.44 gr
Weight:
0.1749 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
23.5 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1836
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, CENT
Reverse Designer:
John Reich
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