1831 Classic Head Half Cent

Coin Details

Auction Record

$43,000 AU50BN 06-21-2020 David Lawrence RC

Description

The 1831 Classic Head Half Cent is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Classic Head Half Cents 1809-1836 series. With a mintage of just 2,200, this is a rare issue sought by specialists. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a fillet or headband inscribed LIBERTY, while the reverse displays a wreath enclosing HALF CENT. Designed by John Reich. Struck in copper, weighing 5.44 grams, 23.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #1156. The Classic Head Half Cent was produced intermittently from 1809 to 1836. The 1811 is a key date. Proof-only and restrike issues from the 1830s are numismatic specialties. Cohen die varieties are actively collected.