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1795 1/2P Washington - Grate Small Buttons - RE Half Penny

Strike Type
1795 1/2P Washington - Grate Small Buttons - RE Half Penny

Coin Details

Year
1795
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Unknown
Composition
Copper
Weight
9g
Diameter
29mm
Edge
Reeded

Description

The 1795 1/2P Washington - Grate Small Buttons - RE Half Penny is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Washington Pieces (1783-1800) series. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Struck in copper, weighing 9 grams, 29 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #749.

Rarity Notes

Moderately scarce. Small buttons are slightly scarcer than large buttons.

Cross References

Baker 29B; Musante GW-49; Whitman 10885

External References

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