The 1853 Braided Hair Half-CentBraided Hair cents (Coronet large cents) were minted between 1840 and 1857. The coin was designed by Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht. They are made from copper and have a diameter of 23mm, weighing 5.44g.
The Obverse shows an image of Liberty. 13 stars around (the number of States at the time) and date below.
The Reverse shows a wreath with berries enclosing the denomination HALF CENT. Around is the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.Image credit: Mountain View Coins (via mycoinpictures.com)
Mintage: 129,694 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at US Mint - Philadelphia
Minted in 1853. See Coins and Events of 1853
Category: USA Cents. See more USA Cents coins
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Country of Origin: United States of America
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 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent Copper Novelty Coin Modern RESTRIKE Token £ 15.37 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent - 1/2c PCGS VF30 - Nice Type Coin! £ 136.03 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent Beautiful High Grade Coin Rare Date £ 113.36 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent, Super Sharp Coin, XF/AU 1/2c £ 108.78 |
 | 1853 NGC XF40 BN Braided Hair Half Cent C-1. Nice Type Coin! £ 158.70 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent 1/2c VF Very Fine Tough Type Coin £ 122.43 |
 | 1853 BRAIDED HAIR HEAD HALF CENT - BETTER GRADE! £ 135.13 |
 | 1853 SOLID+ GEM BU MS BRAIDED HAIR HALF-CENT DC451 FROM MATTHEWS HOARD £ 498.79 |
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