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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 7 distinct entries with CPG® values between $2,750.00 and $80,500.00.
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 miniscule mintages with many dates at barely thirty originally produced. Like many proof copper coins, these pieces come in many different surface qualities ranging from toned brown to bright red. Near-gem to lower gem grades seem to be the most popular grades and are found at auction with some rarities existing in 67 or finer holders and a few existing in the 60 to 63 range that are useful for type collectors. To no surprise, there are no cameo Proof Half Cents to be had. Overall, it is certainly an underrated and overlooked group of extremely scarce and attractive coinage that deserves more attention.

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  Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof Value Range Favorite
Braided Hair Half Cents, Proof Value Range  
1849 1/2c Original, Small Date PR BN
$5,500
-
$46,000
$5,500 - $46,000
1849 1/2c Original, Small Date PR RB
$12,000
-
$57,500
$12,000 - $57,500
1849 1/2c Original, Small Date PR RD
$67,000
-
$80,500
$67,000 - $80,500
1849 1/2c Original, Large Date PR BN
$24,000
-
$57,500
$24,000 - $57,500
1849 1/2c Original, Large Date PR RB
-
 
1849 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1856, Small Date PR BN
$2,750
-
$17,500
$2,750 - $17,500
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1849 1/2c Restrike, Reverse 1856, Small Date PR RB
$7,000
-
$26,000
$7,000 - $26,000

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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 7 distinct entries with CPG® values between $2,750.00 and $80,500.00.
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 miniscule mintages with many dates at barely thirty originally produced. Like many proof copper coins, these pieces come in many different surface qualities ranging from toned brown to bright red. Near-gem to lower gem grades seem to be the most popular grades and are found at auction with some rarities existing in 67 or finer holders and a few existing in the 60 to 63 range that are useful for type collectors. To no surprise, there are no cameo Proof Half Cents to be had. Overall, it is certainly an underrated and overlooked group of extremely scarce and attractive coinage that deserves more attention.

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.

Read CDN Terms of Use