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1787 1/2C Massachusetts Half Cent

Strike Type
1787 1/2C Massachusetts Half Cent

Coin Details

Year
1787
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Post-1776 States Coinage (1776-1788)
Designer
Joseph Callender (die sinker)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.4g
Diameter
22mm
Edge
Plain

Description

The 1787 1/2C Massachusetts Half Cent is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Post-1776 States Coinage (1776-1788) series. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Struck in copper, weighing 5.4 grams, 22 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #296.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. First year of issue.

Cross References

Ryder 1-A; Whitman 5940

External References

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