Lot 34
1803 Draped Bust Half Cent
This auction ended on September 15, 2026.
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| Lot number | 34 |
|---|---|
| Auction | Emma’s Collection Coins & Jewelry |
| Date | September 15, 2026 at 9:00 pm CT |
| Auction house | Wilson Creek Auctions LLC |
| Location | Cornell, Wisconsin |
Description
The 1803 Draped Bust Half Cent is an early American copper coin struck at the [Philadelphia Mint](0.6.5, 0.6.12). It features the classic Draped Bust of Liberty facing right on the obverse and a central "HALF CENT" denomination enclosed in a wreath on the reverse. It is highly sought after by collectors of early U.S. copper coinage.