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 £ 63.44 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair 1/2C Half Cent PCGS AU55 £ 271.88 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent- Low Mintage- Nice Type Coin -T422 £ 90.58 |
 | 1853 1/2C BN Braided Hair Half Cent - Choice AU- SMH-2772 £ 222.94 |
 | 1853 C-1 R-1 PCGS MS 64 BN Braided Hair Half Cent Coin 1/2c £ 657.05 |
 | 1853 BU GEM BU Glossy Coronet Braided Hair Half Cent Mass £ 311.76 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent 1/2c VF Details #101465 £ 72.49 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent 1/2c #EC2 East Coast Coin & Collectables, Inc. £ 172.18 |
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