Classic Head Half Cents were minted in the United States from 1809 to 1836, featuring the portrait of Liberty facing left. The specific type from 1836 represents a transitional phase in U.S. coinage, with intricate design elements that appealed to collectors. These coins were struck in copper and had a face value of half a cent, making them a key component of early American currency. The Classic Head design was replaced in 1839, making surviving examples from 1836 particularly sought after by numismatists.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1836-P (Philadelphia) Classic Head Half Cents 1/2¢ (Half Cent) Classic Head Half Cents 1836 Philadelphia
1836-P (Philadelphia) Classic Head Half Cents 1/2¢ (Half Cent) Classic Head Half Cents 1836 Philadelphia