As of May, 2024, a 1857 Half Cent, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $825.00 and $32,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $18,000.00 in the 03/25/2020 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 23.00 millimeters
Weight: 5.44 grams
Mintage: 35,180
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Braided Hair Half Cents 1849-1857

1857 Half Cent, Rd (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6632,500.00
MS-65+25,000.00
MS-6521,500.00
MS-64+7,000.00
MS-645,250.00
MS-63+2,250.00
MS-631,750.00
MS-62+975.00
MS-62825.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State825.0032,500.0010,783.33

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1857 Braided Hair Half Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1857 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)40.00425.00465.005,000.00
1857 Half Cent, BN (Proof)N/AN/A4,650.0025,000.00
1857 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A500.0010,500.00
1857 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)34.00425.00465.003,500.00
1857 Half Cent Cohen 1, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A475.002,750.00
1857 Half Cent Cohen 1, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A800.0016,500.00
1857 Half Cent, RB (Proof)N/AN/A5,250.0036,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1857 Half Cent, Rd (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$1,410.00

Lowest Sale Price
$14,950.00

Highest Sale Price
$3,416.70

Average Sale Price
$7,800.00

Most Recent Sale Price
22

Number of Sales
$75,167.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65+5,762.007,475.006,618.50
MS-6518,000.0018,000.0018,000.00
MS-641,410.0014,950.003,416.70
MS-63518.002,400.001,534.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1857 Half Cent, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-65+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $18,000.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1857 Half Cent, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1857 Half Cent, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.86% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 13.79% / 3.45% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1857 Half Cent, RD (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0001/14/2024
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers2,880.0011/09/2022
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions2,400.0010/12/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,640.0003/31/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers18,000.0003/25/2020
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers1,762.5011/05/2015
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers1,410.0007/17/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,762.0008/11/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0006/02/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,990.0004/28/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0004/01/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0001/01/2009
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena2,588.0011/01/2008
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0008/13/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,588.0008/13/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,645.0004/26/2006
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities14,950.0003/14/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0001/01/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,566.0008/18/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,000.0007/26/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,955.0001/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,128.0010/15/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0009/01/2003
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions518.0007/26/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0007/26/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,070.0011/21/2002
MS-64NONEGoldberg Auctioneers3,910.0002/16/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,185.0001/08/2000