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The 1833 Proof Half Cent is one of the issues of the Classic Head design, in any grade that is known to be a type coin, along with the 1834 and 1835. As expected, the original mintage is very average for the series with 30 pieces struck and most are still known to exist. Overall this coin is still quite valuable as there are not many examples to choose from. Yet, examples do come up for auction frequently enough for high-end type collectors or any lover of Half Cents to bid on. Collectors of toned coins may also like this issue since it seems to present premium coloring when found with the brown color designation. Bright red examples do exist as well if that is what appeals to you.
Obverse Description
Lady Liberty is portrayed with a capped bonnet, facing left, in what is referred to as the so-called classic head style. The word LIBERTY appearing on her headband. 13 stars appear left and right in a 7x6 formation.
Reverse Description
The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery surround a wreath framing the words HALF CENT. The wreath is tied by a bow at the bottom.
Catalog Information
GSID:
562
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1833
Reverse Designer:
John Reich
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, CENT
Weight (gr):
5.44 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1749 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
23.5
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain Edge
Coin Date:
1833
Denomination:
1/2c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
25–35
Coinage Type:
Half Cent
Coinage Years:
1809-1836
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
1199
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Coin Value History
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Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $1,900 – $38,400
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $5,250 – $28,800
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $8,500 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Original PR BN
Worth: $27,500 – $150,000
1831 1/2c Original PR RB
Worth: $33,600 – $96,000
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR BN
Worth: $9,600 – $38,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR RB
Worth: $22,500 – $49,920
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1836, Large Berries PR RD
Worth: $30,000 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $40,320
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR RB
Worth: $22,000 – $62,400
1831 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1840, Small Berries PR RD
1832 1/2c PR BN
Worth: $12,000 – $43,200
1832 1/2c PR RB
Worth: $36,000 – $57,600
1832 1/2c PR RD
1833 1/2c PR BN
Worth: $1,900 – $24,000
1833 C-1, B-1, R.5 as a Proof, PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Our EAC grade PR63. CAC ...
$26,400
1833 Classic Head Half Cent. C-1. Rarity-5 as a Proof. Proof-65 RB (PCGS). CAC.
$24,000
1833 1/2 C C-1, B-1, R.5 as a Proof, PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Our EAC Grade PR60. ...
$9,400
$6,900
$2,300
1833 1/2 C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. C-1, B-1, R.5 as a proof. ...
$21,000
$10,925
$2,185
$74,750
$4,025
$3,738
$33,350
$3,220
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