Price Guide for 1807 Half Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 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.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.10 – $8,050.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $18,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $29.80 – $900.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $35.00 – $2,350.00Uncirculated: $3,000.00 – $55,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $43.00 – $1,840.00Uncirculated: $1,610.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $45.00 – $1,800.00Uncirculated: $1,260.00 – $71,875.00
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eBayCirculated: $145.37 – $1,829.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $35.00 – $2,450.00Uncirculated: $3,150.00 – $71,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1807 Half Cent
The 1807 Half Cent was part of the Draped Bust series, which began in 1800 and ended in 1808. This coin represents one of the last years of production for this design before it was replaced by the Classic Head design in 1809.
Half Cents were the smallest denomination of U.S. coinage and were primarily used for making change in an era when Spanish colonial coins were still widely circulated in America.
| Weight | 5.44 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (All produced at Philadelphia Mint) |
| Composition | 100% Copper |
| Obverse Design | Draped Bust design, featuring Liberty facing right with flowing hair, designed by Robert Scot |
| Reverse Design | Wreath surrounding the denomination 'HALF CENT', designed by Robert Scot |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition is crucial for the 1807 Half Cent’s value. Coins in higher grades (VF and above) are significantly more valuable due to their scarcity. The soft copper composition makes high-grade examples particularly rare.
Red-brown (RB) and full red (RD) specimens command substantial premiums, as most surviving examples have turned brown over time. Strike quality can vary, with well-struck coins being more desirable.
Mintage: 476,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS60 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Die states and varieties can affect value, though major varieties are not common for this year. Coins with original surfaces and minimal marks are highly prized.
Historical significance as one of the last Draped Bust Half Cents adds to its appeal. Provenance from notable collections can increase value. The overall scarcity of early copper coinage in high grades makes this issue popular among serious collectors of early American coins.
