1829 Classic Head Half Cent - Cohen 1

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The 1829 Classic Head Half Cent - Cohen 1 is a special strike cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Classic Head Half Cents 1809-1836 series. The U.S. Mint produced 487,000 examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a fillet or headband inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a wreath enclosing HALF CENT. Struck during a period of national unity and westward expansion following the War of 1812, as the U.S. grew in confidence and territory. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #518080.