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
Country of Origin: United States of America
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 | 1853 Braided Hair Copper Half Cent 1/2C - Holed £ 43.78 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent 1/2c VF Very Fine Tough Type Coin £ 122.40 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent High Grade - Cleaned £ 136.00 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Coronet Half Cent 1/2c Penny Old U.S. Copper Coin £ 113.34 |
 | 1853 BRAIDED HAIR HALF CENT LOT | RAINBOW TONED | BB-841 £ 136.00 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent, grades VG/FN, Great for Type or Date Collecting!! £ 84.32 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent *8119 £ 301.47 |
 | 1853 Braided Hair Half Cent £ 116.06 |
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