Price Guide for 1809 Half Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1809 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.
1809 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.00 - $16,100.00Uncirculated: $161.00 - $11,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.50 - $692.29Uncirculated: $163.47 - $3,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $32.00 - $850.00Uncirculated: $975.00 - $42,500.00
1809 Half Cent Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $55.00 - $4,994.00Uncirculated: $1,020.00 - $4,935.00
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eBayCirculated: $89.00 - $1,030.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $32.00 - $5,850.00Uncirculated: $6,350.00 - $120,000.00
1809/6 Half Cent 9 over Inverted 9, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $5.00 - $2,990.00Uncirculated: $330.00 - $36,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $54.00 - $1,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $80.00 - $1,250.00Uncirculated: $1,400.00 - $37,500.00
1809 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,320.00 - $5,463.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,850.00 - $100,000.00
1809/6 Half Cent 9 over inverted 9, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $74.00Uncirculated: $265.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $336.00 - $57,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $329.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4,500.00 - $32,500.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 2, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $48.00 - $4,406.00Uncirculated: $1,440.00 - $11,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $151.51 - $610.00Uncirculated: $180.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 - $6,250.00Uncirculated: $8,500.00 - $13,500.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 2, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10,575.00 - $17,825.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $15,000.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 3, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $105.75 - $600.00Uncirculated: $780.00 - $63,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $100.00Uncirculated: $1,075.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 - $875.00Uncirculated: $1,000.00 - $72,500.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 3, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $18,000.00 - $84,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $23,500.00
1809 Half Cent Cohen 6, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $56.00 - $528.00Uncirculated: $633.00 - $80,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $37.00 - $280.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $70.00 - $875.00Uncirculated: $1,000.00 - $18,000.00
1809 Half Cent C-4 Circle in 0, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $127.00 - $5,290.00Uncirculated: $1,860.00 - $105,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $116.43 - $1,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $90.00 - $6,000.00Uncirculated: $7,000.00 - $120,000.00
1809/6 Half Cent C-5 9 over inverted 9, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $79.00 - $2,990.00Uncirculated: $690.00 - $60,375.00
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eBayCirculated: $55.00 - $757.00Uncirculated: $2,650.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $85.00 - $1,300.00Uncirculated: $1,550.00 - $45,000.00
1809/6 Half Cent C-5 9 over inverted 9, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $150.00 - $460.00Uncirculated: $21,600.00 - $26,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $27,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1809 Half Cent
The 1809 Half Cent was part of the Draped Bust series, which began in 1800 and ended in 1808 for most denominations. However, the Half Cent continued with this design into 1809, making it the final year for the Draped Bust Half Cent. This coin represents a transitional period in American coinage, bridging the gap between the early Flowing Hair design and the later Classic Head design.
Weight | 5.44 grams |
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Diameter | 23.5 mm |
Mint Marks | None (all minted in Philadelphia) |
Composition | 100% Copper |
Obverse Design | Draped Bust design, featuring Liberty facing right with flowing hair, designed by Robert Scot |
Reverse Design | Wreath surrounding denomination 'HALF CENT', designed by Robert Scot |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1809 Half Cents. Well-preserved specimens with original red color are highly prized. Coins in Mint State grades are particularly valuable, with those grading MS65 or higher being extremely rare and commanding significant premiums.
The quality of the strike is also important, as many 1809 Half Cents suffer from weak strikes, particularly on the reverse. Examples with full, strong details are more desirable to collectors.
Mintage: 1,154,572
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Normal Date, 9 Over Inverted 9
Market Demand: High, due to its status as the final year of issue and historical significance
The 9 Over Inverted 9 variety is an interesting error that can add value to the coin. This variety shows signs of an engraver's mistake where a 9 was initially punched upside down and then corrected.
Original copper patina is highly valued by collectors. Coins with attractive, natural toning can command higher prices than those with cleaned or artificially toned surfaces.
As the final year of the Draped Bust design for Half Cents, the 1809 issue holds special numismatic significance, which contributes to its overall desirability and value in the collector market.
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