Collectible coins are often categorized based on their historical significance, rarity, condition, and demand among collectors. In the United States, coins minted after the country's independence in 1776, such as the 1/2 penny coins issued around 1785, represent important milestones in early American coinage. The Philadelphia mint played a crucial role in minting these early coins, contributing to the establishment of a cohesive currency system in the burgeoning nation. Collectors value these coins for their historical context, craftsmanship, and the insight they provide into the economic landscape of post-revolutionary America.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
United States of America 1785 Philadelphia Post-1776 States Coinage 1/2P 1/2p (Half Penny) Post-1776 States Coinage 1785 Philadelphia