As of May, 2024, a 1794 Half Cent C-5a Sm Edge Letters, BN in circulated condition is worth between $1,900.00 and $22,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $115,000.00 and $250,000.00, 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 $195,500.00 in the 01/26/2014 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Lettered: TWO HUNDRED FOR A DOLLAR
Diameter: 23.50 millimeters
Weight: 6.74 grams
Mintage: 81,600
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Liberty Cap Right Half Cents 1794-1797

1794 Half Cent C-5A Sm Edge Letters, 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+250,000.00
MS-64200,000.00
MS-63+125,000.00
MS-63115,000.00
AU-5522,500.00
AU-53+18,500.00
AU-5316,000.00
AU-50+14,750.00
AU-5014,000.00
XF-45+13,000.00
XF-4512,500.00
XF-4010,000.00
VF-356,000.00
VF-305,500.00
VF-254,650.00
VF-202,400.00
F-152,300.00
F-122,150.00
VG-101,900.00

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 State115,000.00250,000.00172,500.00
About Uncirculated14,000.0022,500.0017,150.00
Extremely Fine10,000.0013,000.0011,833.33
Fine and Very Fine2,150.006,000.003,833.33
Good and Very Good1,900.001,900.001,900.00

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 1794 Liberty Cap 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1794 Half Cent High Relief Head, BN (Regular Strike)550.0027,500.0028,500.00485,000.00
1794 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)400.0023,500.0026,000.00275,000.00
1794 Half Cent Low Relief Head, BN (Regular Strike)775.0032,500.0035,000.00285,000.00
1794 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A240,000.001,150,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-2b Lg Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)1,350.0075,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-4a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)800.0034,000.0036,500.00285,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-1a Lg Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)825.0036,050.0038,500.00130,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-3a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)1,700.0014,500.0040,000.00225,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-4b Lg Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)10,500.0065,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-1b Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)15,000.0050,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-6a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)900.0080,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-2a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)815.0036,000.0038,500.00110,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-3b Lg Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike)65,000.0065,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-9 High Relief Head, BN (Regular Strike)3,300.0017,500.0028,500.00475,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-9 High Relief Head, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A250,000.00525,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-7 High Relief Head, BN (Regular Strike)6,000.0050,000.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Cent C-7 High Relief Head, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,100,000.001,100,000.00
1794 Half Cent C-8 High Relief Head, BN (Regular Strike)3,650.0013,000.0055,000.0055,000.00

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.

1794 Half Cent C-5A Sm Edge Letters, 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

$528.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,640.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,581.75

Average Sale Price
$528.00

Most Recent Sale Price
4

Number of Sales
$6,327.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-64195,500.00195,500.00195,500.00
MS-6342,000.0042,000.0042,000.00
AU-55+15,275.0015,275.0015,275.00
XF-45+9,600.009,600.009,600.00
XF-406,600.006,600.006,600.00
VF-353,004.005,060.003,706.33
VF-256,038.007,188.006,613.00
VF-20528.002,640.001,581.75
F-152,280.002,280.002,280.00
F-12823.001,645.001,282.67
VG-101,380.003,120.002,228.33
VG-8720.00720.00720.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1794 Half Cent C-5a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VG-8 to MS-64. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $195,500.00.

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 1794 Half Cent C-5a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1794 Half Cent C-5a Sm Edge Letters, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 45.45% share, followed by Goldberg Auctioneers / Stack's Bowers with 27.27% / 9.09% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1794 Half Cent C-5a Sm Edge Letters, 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
VF-20PCGSStack's Bowers528.0008/10/2023
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions42,000.0008/28/2022
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions6,600.0008/28/2022
F-15NGCHeritage Auctions2,280.0008/22/2022
VG-10PCGSStack's Bowers3,120.0004/13/2022
AU-55+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions15,275.0005/27/2021
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions2,640.0004/25/2021
VG-8NONEGoldberg Auctioneers720.0002/19/2020
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions2,160.0002/03/2019
XF-45+PCGSHeritage Auctions9,600.0007/15/2018
VF-35PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,055.0002/19/2018
VF-20PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers999.0002/19/2018
F-12ANACSHeritage Auctions1,645.0009/07/2016
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers195,500.0001/26/2014
F-12NGCHeritage Auctions823.0011/01/2013
VF-25NONEGoldberg Auctioneers7,188.0009/06/2011
VG-10PCGSScotsman1,380.0010/15/2010
VF-35PCGSBowers & Merena3,004.0006/17/2010
VF-25NONEGoldberg Auctioneers6,038.0009/14/2008
VF-35NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities5,060.0009/21/2006
F-12ANACSHeritage Auctions1,380.0011/02/2005
VG-10ANACSHeritage Auctions2,185.0007/26/2003