1800 Draped Bust Half Cent
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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
$28,600 F15 10-01-1987 Bowers & Merena
Description
Part of the Draped Bust Half Cents 1800-1808 series, the 1800 Draped Bust Half Cent is a cent from the Philadelphia Mint. With a mintage of 202,908, this is a less common issue. The obverse features Liberty facing right with draped bust and ribbon-bound hair, designed after a Gilbert Stuart portrait and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing HALF CENT. First year of the Draped Bust Half Cent. Multiple die varieties exist. Estimated market value ranges from $132 to $1.1K depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1051.
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