coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1/2¢ (Half Cent) \ Braided Hair Half Cents \ 1840 \ Philadelphia
The Braided Hair Half Cent is a type of collectible coin minted in the United States from 1840 to 1857. These coins were produced at the Philadelphia Mint and feature a portrait of Liberty with a braided hair design on the obverse. The reverse displays a wreath surrounding the denomination "1/2 C," indicating its value as a half cent. The series is known for its low mintage and has become popular among collectors of early American coinage.
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1840-P (Philadelphia) Braided Hair Half Cents | 1/2¢ (Half Cent) | Braided Hair Half Cents | 1840 | Philadelphia |