1809 Classic Head Half Cent
Base
About This Coin
The 1809 Classic Head Half Cent is a United States half cent from the Classic Head Half Cents 1809-1836 series — the first year of the series. The Mint reported 1,154,572 half cents for 1809, a calendar-year figure that can include coins with other dates. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a fillet or headband inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing HALF CENT. First year of the Classic Head Half Cent. Multiple Cohen die varieties exist. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Designed by John Reich.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(3)
1809 Classic Head Half Cent
1809 Classic Head Half Cent - 1809/6, 9 over Inverted 9
1809 Classic Head Half Cent - Circle in 0
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