The second rarest Classic Head Half Cent after the proof-only 1831. This is a well detailed coin for the grade and struck on an exceptionally nice planchet that is problem-free with pleasing light chocolate brown surfaces.

C-2. A scarce date with a mintage of 63,140 coins. This is an especially nice example with strong detail, showing precise hair definition on Liberty’s portrait and bold wreath detail on the reverse. The surfaces are smooth with no porosity and minimal marks. This is a date that often comes with poor planchet quality. It’s […]

Overton-101a. 50C/UNI. A popular Redbook variety. The engraver misplaced the UNI of UNITED and then placed the denomination over the UNI rather than discarding the expensive die.

Strong detail with choice two-tone natural gray surfaces.

E/A. A lustrous light silver-gray example of this popular variety. The remnants of an A are visible under the E of STATES.

Lustrous silvery surfaces with a strong cartwheel and interesting die clashing on both sides. The strike is sharp and even with full detail on Liberty’s portrait as well as the eagle on the reverse. With minimal marks, this is a premium example with strong eye appeal.

Overton 108a. E/A. A sharply detailed example with strong luster and attractive clean surfaces. The E over A error is clearly visible on the E of STATES on the reverse. Liberty’s curls and the eagle’s feathers retain excellent detail on this high-end AU representative of this popular variety.

Union Bank of Maryland. Counterfeit. Comment: Stains. A contemporary counterfeit of a rare early Baltimore obsolete. Stains in the upper right are not significant and blend in well.

This scarce and highly desirable overdate is among the key early dates of the series. This example displays strong remaining mint luster beneath a soft silver-gray patina, with light circulation wear confined to the highest design elements. Liberty’s portrait retains bold definition, particularly in the hair curls and cap lettering, while the stars and date […]