As of May, 2024, a 1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN in circulated condition is worth between $275.00 and $80,000.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $125,000.00 and $525,000.00, 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 $483,000.00 in the 01/26/2014 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 23.50 millimeters
Weight: 5.44 grams
Mintage: 400,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Draped Bust Half Cents 1800-1808

1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, 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-64+525,000.00
MS-64490,000.00
MS-63+375,000.00
MS-63325,000.00
MS-62+250,000.00
MS-62200,000.00
MS-61150,000.00
MS-60125,000.00
AU-5880,000.00
AU-55+40,000.00
AU-5527,500.00
AU-53+17,500.00
AU-5315,000.00
AU-50+10,500.00
AU-509,250.00
XF-45+7,500.00
XF-457,000.00
XF-406,000.00
VF-353,500.00
VF-302,350.00
VF-251,600.00
VF-201,250.00
F-15925.00
F-12600.00
VG-10475.00
VG-8385.00
G-6325.00
G-4275.00

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 State125,000.00525,000.00305,000.00
About Uncirculated9,250.0080,000.0028,535.71
Extremely Fine6,000.007,500.006,833.33
Fine and Very Fine600.003,500.001,704.17
Good and Very Good275.00475.00365.00

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 1808 Draped Bust 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1808 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)35.005,350.005,750.0047,500.00
1808/7 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)150.0090,000.00500,000.00550,000.00
1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)140,000.00215,000.00N/AN/A
1808 Half Cent Cohen 3, BN (Regular Strike)60.005,750.006,250.0050,000.00

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.

1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, 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

$168.00

Lowest Sale Price
$1,057.50

Highest Sale Price
$577.07

Average Sale Price
$264.00

Most Recent Sale Price
7

Number of Sales
$4,039.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-64483,000.00483,000.00483,000.00
AU-5810,575.0010,575.0010,575.00
AU-55+10,200.0022,800.0017,800.00
AU-50360.0016,800.006,270.00
XF-45+2,350.004,560.003,455.00
XF-453,360.003,360.003,360.00
XF-402,350.0010,200.004,900.00
VF-30998.752,760.001,562.94
VF-25998.751,292.501,145.63
VF-20168.001,057.50577.07
F-15646.25793.00719.75
F-12186.001,292.50519.73
VG-10434.75434.75434.75
VG-8216.00329.00254.75
G-6312.00312.00312.00
AG-366.0066.0066.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AG-3 to MS-64. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $483,000.00.

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 1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 48.89% share, followed by Goldberg Auctioneers / Stack's Bowers with 33.33% / 15.56% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 2, 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
AU-55+PCGSHeritage Auctions20,400.0001/14/2024
F-15PCGSStack's Bowers720.0011/09/2022
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions10,200.0008/28/2022
AU-55+PCGSHeritage Auctions22,800.0008/28/2022
AU-50PCGSStack's Bowers3,600.0008/25/2021
XF-45PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,360.0006/16/2021
AU-55+NGCHeritage Auctions10,200.0004/25/2021
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions4,320.0004/25/2021
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0004/25/2021
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions16,800.0010/17/2020
VG-8ANACSHeritage Auctions216.0010/14/2020
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions186.0008/12/2020
G-6NONEGoldberg Auctioneers312.0002/19/2020
AG-3NONEGoldberg Auctioneers66.0002/19/2020
VF-30NONEGoldberg Auctioneers1,200.0002/19/2020
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0009/08/2019
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0009/08/2019
VG-8PCGSHeritage Auctions234.0009/08/2019
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions264.0012/26/2018
VG-8PCGSStack's Bowers240.0010/30/2018
XF-45+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,560.0008/19/2018
VF-20ANACSHeritage Auctions168.0008/08/2018
VF-20ICGGoldberg Auctioneers240.0006/13/2018
AU-50ICGGoldberg Auctioneers360.0006/13/2018
VF-20PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers900.0006/13/2018
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions228.0005/30/2018
XF-45+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,350.0002/19/2018
VF-30PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,293.0002/19/2018
XF-40PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,820.0002/19/2018
XF-40PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,350.0002/19/2018
F-12NGCStack's Bowers1,292.5003/29/2017
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions434.7508/02/2016
XF-40PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,230.0005/19/2016
F-15PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers793.0002/01/2016
VF-25PCGSStack's Bowers998.7508/12/2015
F-15PCGSStack's Bowers646.2508/12/2015
VF-30ANACSStack's Bowers998.7508/12/2015
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions1,057.5004/26/2015
VF-20PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers822.5001/27/2015
VF-20PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers587.5001/27/2015
VG-8PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0001/04/2015
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions10,575.0010/27/2014
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5008/05/2014
F-12NGCHeritage Auctions193.8807/14/2014
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers483,000.0001/26/2014