coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 1/2c \ Braided Hair Half Cents \ 1850 \ Philadelphia
The Braided Hair Half Cents were minted in the United States from 1840 to 1857, with the 1850 edition being produced in Philadelphia. These coins feature a distinctive design with a portrait of Liberty wearing a braided hairstyle on the obverse, while the reverse displays a symbolic wreath surrounding the denomination. The 1/2 cent value reflects a period when low denomination coins were essential for daily transactions. Collectors often seek these coins for their historical significance and unique design elements.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1850 1/2c BN | 1/2c | Braided Hair Half Cents | 1850 | Philadelphia |