1797 Liberty Cap Right Half Cent - Plain Edge
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$36,000 AU55BN 01-14-2024 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1797 Liberty Cap Right Half Cent - Plain Edge, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Liberty Cap Right Half Cents 1794-1797 collection. The U.S. Mint produced 127,840 examples, making this the lowest mintage among 5 mint variants, representing only 20% of total production. The obverse features Liberty facing right with a Phrygian cap on a pole behind her head and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing HALF CENT and 1/200. The final Liberty Cap Right Half Cent. Plain and lettered edge varieties exist. The 1 Above 1 variety is a notable die error. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $612 to $11K depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1036.
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