1855 Half Cent Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1855 Half Cent Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1855 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.

1855 Half Cent, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $39.00 - $719.00

  Uncirculated: $106.00 - $6,300.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $11.16 - $366.00

  Uncirculated: $37.00 - $2,650.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $30.00 - $415.00

  Uncirculated: $450.00 - $8,000.00

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1855 Half Cent, RD (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $299.00 - $2,800.00

  Uncirculated: $431.00 - $14,687.50
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $810.00 - $2,280.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $475.00 - $18,000.00

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1855 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $74.00 - $246.75

  Uncirculated: $142.00 - $5,520.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $270.00 - $1,100.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $30.00 - $415.00

  Uncirculated: $450.00 - $2,650.00

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1855 Half Cent Cohen 1, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $446.50 - $2,280.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $385.95
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $460.00 - $2,250.00

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1855 Half Cent Cohen 1, RD (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $480.00 - $22,800.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $1,525.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $500.00 - $23,500.00

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1855 Half Cent, BN (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $1,725.00

  Uncirculated: $32.50 - $6,900.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $4,099.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $4,650.00 - $30,000.00

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1855 Half Cent, RB (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $2,600.00 - $12,000.00

  Uncirculated: $2,990.00 - $13,200.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $9,000.00 - $20,500.00

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1855 Half Cent, RD (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $6,613.00 - $7,700.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $12,750.00 - $28,000.00

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1855 Half Cent Cohen 1, BN (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $3,295.88 - $3,720.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $3,850.00 - $17,500.00

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1855 Half Cent Cohen 1, RB (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $5,040.00 - $12,650.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $7,250.00 - $18,000.00

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1855 Half Cent, RB (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $161.00

  Uncirculated: $1.50 - $4,560.00
• eBay

  Uncirculated: $316.00 - $2,280.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $460.00 - $9,000.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1855 Half Cent

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1855 Half Cents. Due to their low mintage and historical significance, well-preserved specimens are highly sought after by collectors. Coins in Uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are particularly valuable, with premium prices for those exhibiting full original luster and minimal contact marks.

Toning can significantly impact desirability, with attractive, natural red-brown or red coloration being highly prized. Conversely, environmental damage, such as corrosion or cleaning, can severely diminish value.

As the final year of regular production, the 1855 Half Cent holds special numismatic interest. This factor, combined with its low mintage, makes it a key date in the series.

Proofs of this year are extremely rare, with only a handful known to exist. These proof specimens command significant premiums and are highly sought after by advanced collectors.

The historical context of the coin, representing the end of the Half Cent denomination, adds to its appeal and value among numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.