coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1/2¢ (Half Cent) \ Braided Hair Half Cents \ 1848 \ Philadelphia
The Braided Hair Half Cent is a type of coin produced by the United States Mint, specifically minted in Philadelphia from 1840 to 1857. The 1848 Braided Hair Half Cent features an intricate design with a portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a braided hairstyle on the obverse, and the reverse showcases a wreath encircling the denomination. These coins were made of copper and are sought after by collectors for their historical significance and artistic design.
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1848-P (Philadelphia) Braided Hair Half Cents | 1/2¢ (Half Cent) | Braided Hair Half Cents | 1848 | Philadelphia |