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.
Auction Record
$6,900 MS63 09-06-2011 Goldberg Auctioneers
Description
The 1805 Draped Bust Half Cent - No Stems is a cent minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within 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. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. 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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