NNP

PCGS Number: 1209
Coin Date: 1836
Denomination (Short): 1/2c
Denomination (Long): Half Cent
Variety: Original
Desg: PR
Composition: Copper
Mintage: 140-240
Strike Type: Proof
Coinage Type: Classic Head
Coinage Years: 1809-1836
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Diameter: 23.5
Weight (Grams): 5.44
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 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.
PCGS #: 1209
NGC ID: 223B