As of May, 2024, a 1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN in circulated condition is worth between $32.00 and $5,850.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6,350.00 and $120,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a About Uncirculated grade that was hammered at $4,994.00 in the 01/09/2013 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Reich
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 23.50 millimeters
Weight: 5.44 grams
Mintage: 1,154,572
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Classic Head Half Cents 1809-1835

1809 Half Cent Circle In 0, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66120,000.00
MS-65+90,000.00
MS-6575,000.00
MS-64+60,000.00
MS-6448,500.00
MS-63+16,500.00
MS-6313,500.00
MS-62+8,250.00
MS-627,500.00
MS-617,000.00
MS-606,350.00
AU-58+5,850.00
AU-585,350.00
AU-55+3,000.00
AU-552,500.00
AU-53+1,850.00
AU-531,650.00
AU-50+1,550.00
AU-501,500.00
XF-45+1,425.00
XF-451,350.00
XF-401,050.00
VF-35950.00
VF-30650.00
VF-25575.00
VF-20525.00
F-15350.00
F-12265.00
VG-10185.00
VG-8100.00
G-690.00
G-480.00
AG-360.00
FR-234.00
PO-132.00

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 State6,350.00120,000.0041,145.45
About Uncirculated1,500.005,850.002,906.25
Extremely Fine1,050.001,425.001,275.00
Fine and Very Fine265.00950.00552.50
Good and Very Good80.00185.00113.75
Poor, Fair, and About Good32.0060.0042.00

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 1809 Classic Head 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1809 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)32.00850.00975.0042,500.00
1809/6 Half Cent 9 over Inverted 9, BN (Regular Strike)80.001,250.001,400.0037,500.00
1809/6 Half Cent C-5 9 over inverted 9, BN (Regular Strike)85.001,300.001,550.0045,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)4,500.0032,500.00N/AN/A
1809/6 Half Cent C-5 9 over inverted 9, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A27,000.0027,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN (Regular Strike)100.006,250.008,500.0013,500.00
1809 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,850.00100,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 2, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A15,000.0015,000.00
1809 Half Cent C-4 Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike)90.006,000.007,000.00120,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 3, BN (Regular Strike)75.00875.001,000.0072,500.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 3, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A23,500.0023,500.00
1809/6 Half Cent 9 over inverted 9, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30,000.0045,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 6, BN (Regular Strike)70.00875.001,000.0018,000.00

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.

1809 Half Cent Circle In 0, Bn (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

$247.00

Lowest Sale Price
$863.00

Highest Sale Price
$554.17

Average Sale Price
$800.00

Most Recent Sale Price
6

Number of Sales
$3,325.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-62+1,020.001,020.001,020.00
MS-612,070.004,935.003,502.50
AU-581,150.004,994.003,580.50
AU-55+1,920.004,320.003,120.00
AU-551,035.001,035.001,035.00
AU-53822.50822.50822.50
AU-50432.001,080.00727.19
XF-45720.00720.00720.00
XF-40247.00863.00554.17
VF-30528.00748.00650.67
VF-20336.00805.00525.53
F-1299.0099.0099.00
VG-8154.00154.00154.00
G-455.0055.0055.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from G-4 to MS-62+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with AU-58 having the highest max price $4,994.00.

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 1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 54.84% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Superior Galleries with 22.58% / 6.45% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN (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
VG-8PCGSHeritage Auctions154.0001/14/2024
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions435.6002/27/2023
XF-40PCGSDavid Lawrence RC800.0001/22/2023
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers432.0011/16/2022
VF-30PCGSStack's Bowers528.0006/29/2022
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers4,440.0011/30/2021
XF-45ANACSHeritage Auctions720.0008/18/2021
AU-55+PCGSStack's Bowers1,920.0003/25/2020
VF-20PCGSStack's Bowers336.0008/20/2019
AU-55+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0008/18/2019
MS-62+NGCHeritage Auctions1,020.0006/17/2018
AU-50PCGSKagin's1,080.0003/08/2018
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0002/27/2018
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers822.5006/21/2017
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers763.7506/21/2017
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions4,935.0004/26/2017
VF-30NONEGoldberg Auctioneers676.0009/05/2016
G-4NGCHeritage Auctions55.0001/28/2013
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions4,994.0001/09/2013
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions748.0007/12/2012
XF-40NONEBowers & Merena414.0011/03/2010
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0010/01/2008
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0007/30/2008
XF-40NONEHeritage Auctions863.0005/29/2008
AU-50NGCBowers & Merena633.0006/28/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/01/2006
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions1,035.0011/02/2005
AU-58NONESuperior Galleries1,150.0009/19/2005
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions247.0001/12/2004
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0009/24/2003
MS-61NGCSuperior Galleries2,070.0005/27/2003