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Entry Details
PCGS Number: 1201 Coin Date: 1834 Denomination (Short): 1/2c Denomination (Long): Half Cent Desg: PR Composition: Copper Mintage: 25–35 Strike Type: Proof Coinage Type: Half Cent Coinage Years: 1809-1836 Mint Location: Philadelphia Diameter: 23.5 Weight (Grams): 5.44 Weight (Ounces): 0.1749 Designer: John Reich Edge: Plain Edge 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. General Notes: The 1834 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 1833 and 1835.
Surprisingly enough the original mintage is lower than average for the
series with 20 pieces struck. Almost all 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 you are into. PCGS #: 1201 NGC ID: 223A
