1805 Draped Bust Half Cent - No Stems
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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.
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$6,900 MS63 09-06-2011 Goldberg Auctioneers
Description
The 1805 Draped Bust Half Cent - No Stems is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Draped Bust Half Cents 1800-1808 series. The U.S. Mint produced 814,464 examples, making this the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 33% of total production. 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. Small 5 and Large 5 varieties exist. The 1805 with stems is relatively available. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $1.2K to $54K depending on grade and condition. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1081.
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