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The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof series of Half Cents in the U.S. Coins contains 3 distinct entries with CPG® values between $2,500.00 and $52,000.00.
Proof Half Cents were struck from 1831 through 1857, at which point the denomination came to an end. Minting of Half Cents began in 1793. Yet, proof production did not commence until 1831, reason being that the U.S. Mint did not have the capability of producing workable proof dies until after 1830. This applies to all American Numismatic series. All Proof Half Cents are considered extremely rare; although, they seem to grab the interest of just a very specific and arguably small sector of collectors. All issues, both originals and restrikes, come from mini...

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  Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof Value Range Favorite
Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof Value Range  
1857 1/2c PR BN
$2,500
-
$20,000
$2,500 - $20,000
1857 1/2c PR RB
$3,750
-
$29,000
$3,750 - $29,000
1857 1/2c PR RD
$10,000
-
$52,000
$10,000 - $52,000
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Greysheet Catalog Details

The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof series of Half Cents in the U.S. Coins contains 3 distinct entries with CPG® values between $2,500.00 and $52,000.00.
Proof Half Cents were struck from 1831 through 1857, at which point the denomination came to an end. Minting of Half Cents began in 1793. Yet, proof production did not commence until 1831, reason being that the U.S. Mint did not have the capability of producing workable proof dies until after 1830. This applies to all American Numismatic series. All Proof Half Cents are considered extremely rare; although, they seem to grab the interest of just a very specific and arguably small sector of collectors. All issues, both originals and restrikes, come from mini...

Catalog Detail

Legal Disclaimer

The prices listed in our database are intended to be used as an indication only. Users are strongly encouraged to seek multiple sources of pricing before making a final determination of value. CDN Publishing is not responsible for typographical or database-related errors. Your use of this site indicates full acceptance of these terms.

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