1808 Half Cent Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1808 Half Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1808 Half Cent variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1808 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $2.10 - $6,325.00

  Uncirculated: $2,520.00 - $44,650.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $17.00 - $2,280.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $35.00 - $5,350.00

  Uncirculated: $5,750.00 - $47,500.00

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1808/7 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $8.00 - $24,150.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $32.11 - $1,187.50
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $150.00 - $90,000.00

  Uncirculated: $500,000.00 - $550,000.00

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1808/7 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $264.00 - $7,000.00

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1808 Half Cent Cohen 3, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $32.00 - $5,757.50

  Uncirculated: $3,055.00 - $71,875.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $89.88 - $637.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $60.00 - $5,750.00

  Uncirculated: $6,250.00 - $50,000.00

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1808/7 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $5,040.00 - $184,000.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $140,000.00 - $215,000.00

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

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $66.00 - $22,800.00

  Uncirculated: $483,000.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $250.00 - $1,236.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $275.00 - $80,000.00

  Uncirculated: $125,000.00 - $525,000.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1808 Half Cent

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of an 1808 Half Cent significantly impacts its value. Due to the age and limited survival rate of these coins, specimens in high grades are extremely rare and highly sought after by collectors.

Uncirculated examples with original red or red-brown color are especially valuable. The presence of full original luster and absence of significant contact marks can greatly increase the coin's desirability and value.

Even in circulated grades, coins with clear design details and attractive, problem-free surfaces command premium prices.

Several factors can influence the value of an 1808 Half Cent:

1. Variety: The 'Spiked Chin' variety, where a die defect created a spike-like protrusion on Liberty's chin, is rarer and more valuable than the normal date variety.

2. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details are more desirable.

3. Color: Original red or red-brown specimens are highly prized, while unattractive dark brown examples are less valuable.

4. Surface preservation: Coins free from corrosion, significant scratches, or other damage are more valuable.

5. Historical significance: As the final year of the Draped Bust design, this date holds special appeal for collectors of early American coinage.