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The original version variety of the 1836 Proof Half Cent is of the Classic Head design on the obverse and large round berries on the reverse. This variety?s reverse also possesses a line under the word Cent and a small circle dead center on the coin. There were 42 pieces minted in 1836 that encompasses all known varieties with this original being the most common. Overall, this is quite a rare coin worth anywhere between five thousand to over thirty thousand dollars depending on the grade.
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:
577
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1836
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
Variety:
Original
Coin Date:
1836
Denomination:
1/2c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
140–240
Coinage Type:
Half Cent
Coinage Years:
1809-1836
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
1208
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Coin Value History
1836 1/2c Original PR RB
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1836 1/2c Original PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$86,500 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $72,000 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR BN [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/162xxx/8c7ec3ba-6aab-40f6-a971-d8b9b2cbbecc.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,900 – $38,400
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RB [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200722/ha_com_1280_3006-0.20200722005505387.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $5,250 – $28,800
Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD [Type]
![Classic Head Half Cent 1/2c 1831-1836 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20201014/ha_com_1212_3444-0.20201014032809193.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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: $2,400 – $24,000
1836 1/2 C Original, B-1, R.5, PR64 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$16,470
1836 1/2 C Original, B-1, Low R.6, PR66 Red and Brown NGC....
$33,600
1836 1/2 C Original, B-1, Low R.5, PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC....
$28,800
$9,775
1836 1/2c PCGS/CAC Proof 64 RB ex: Pittman (Original OGH)
$32,500
1836 1/2 C Original, B-1, R.5, PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC....
$28,800
$6,325
1836 1/2 C Original, PR64 Red and Brown NGC. B-1, R.5. ...
$14,400
1/2C 1836 ORIGINAL. PCGS PR65 RB CAC
$27,025
$5,750
1836 1/2 C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. B-1, R.5. ...
$8,225
$6,325
1836 1/2 C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. B-1, R.5. ...
$8,519
1836 1/2 C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. B-1, R.5. ...
$9,775
1836 1/2 C Original PR64 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$7,475
1836 1/2 C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Breen 1-A, Low R.6. Original. Both originals and restrikes have the Large Berries rever...
$13,225
$9,200
1836 1/2 C Original PR64 Red and Brown NGC. B-1, Low R.6. A very scarce proof half cent, originals are distinguished from f...
$7,475
$8,050
$8,625
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