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1836 Proof Classic Head Half Cent

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The 1836 Proof Classic Head Half Cent (Buy on eBay) is another rare issue and the start of many proof-only dates for the half cent denomination. The others would follow in the subsequent Braided Hair Half Cent series. Similar to 1831, restrikes of the 1836 Proof Half Cent would be made in later periods. Some […]

1831 Classic Head Half Cent

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The 1831 Classic Head Half Cent (Buy on eBay) is somewhat of a mystery, and its status has been long debated. Some believe that this was a proof-only issue, while others believe that both proofs and business strikes were produced. Mint records indicate a total mintage of 2,200 pieces, however records from this time were […]