First struck in 1793, the United States Mint produced the Liberty Cap Half Cent in various varieties until 1857. During this sixty-four year stretch, the design and composition of the coin changes from year-to-year, with the most common obverse and reverse varieties consisting of a linen type head or “Head of 1793” and a sprig of laurel or “Wreath of 1793”, respectively. The Liberty Cap Half Cent is recognized by currency experts as a highly coveted coin, due to its scarcity, simple beauty, and historical significance. Today, the Liberty Cap Half Cent is a popular collectible. For those looking to add a Liberty Cap Half Cent to their collection, it is important to note that counterfeit versions do exist, so purchasing from a reputable source is critical.
Furthermore, we recommend that collectors thoroughly research the coin before purchasing, to ensure its authenticity and condition. The Liberty Cap Half Cent is a tremendously important part of American history and a popular item for coin collectors. Its beauty and rarity make it an attractive choice for those looking to add an early coin to their collection.
The 1797 Gripped Edge Liberty Cap Half Cent coin, struck at the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania mint, and engraved by Robert Scot. Made of copper, weighing 6.74 grams, with a diameter of 23.5 mm, and featuring a plain
lettered
gripped edge.
The obverse is right profile of liberty. above it is written: "liberty" and below the year.<span class="translated_info" data-details-id="d6499282117a47"><img src="/design/icones/translated.svg" alt="automatically translated" /></span><div id="d6499282117a47" class="translated_details" aria-hidden="true"><div class="translated_details_intro">this is an automatic translation. the original text is:</div><div lang="fr">profil droit de la liberté. au-dessus il est inscrit: "liberty" et en-dessous l'année.</div></div>. It reads “LIBERTY
1
1797”. The reverse is in the center of the vegetal crown it is written "half cent" and around it the country.<span class="translated_info" data-details-id="d6499282117b40"><img src="/design/icones/translated.svg" alt="automatically translated" /></span><div id="d6499282117b40" class="translated_details" aria-hidden="true"><div class="translated_details_intro">this is an automatic translation. the original text is:</div><div lang="fr">au centre de la couronne végétale il est inscrit "half cent" et a l'entour le pays.</div></div>. It reads “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
HALF CENT
1/200”.
