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Half Cent ( Gold Coin )
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In StockThe 1832 Half Cent belongs to the Classic Head series, minted from 1809 to 1836. Struck in copper, this coin features the youthful head of Lady Liberty wearing a fillet inscribed with the word “LIBERTY”, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse shows a wreath encircling the denomination “HALF CENT”, with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” around the rim.
The 1832 Half Cent belongs to the Classic Head series, minted from 1809 to 1836. Struck in copper, this coin features the youthful head of Lady Liberty wearing a fillet inscribed with the word “LIBERTY”, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse shows a wreath encircling the denomination “HALF CENT”, with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” around the rim.
The 1832 issue is notable for its sharp design and relatively low mintage compared to modern coins, making it a desirable collectible. Measuring 23.5 mm in diameter, it holds historical importance as one of the last copper coins used in small everyday transactions before the half cent denomination was discontinued in 1857.
Key Features:
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Obverse: Classic Head Liberty with flowing curls and “LIBERTY” band
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Reverse: Wreath and “HALF CENT” within a beaded border
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Metal: Copper
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Mintage: Approximately 51,000
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Edge: Plain
Whether you’re a seasoned numismatist or a new collector, the 1832 Half Cent is a valuable piece of early U.S. monetary history.
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