The 1808 Draped Bust Half Cent is a rare and historically significant coin, marking the final year of the Draped Bust design for this denomination. Featuring a right-facing portrait of Liberty on the obverse and a wreath surrounding the denomination on the reverse, it was struck in copper with a mintage of just 63,000 pieces. This low mintage, along with its association with the early years of the United States, makes it a prized item for collectors of early American coins. Its combination of rarity and design appeal adds to its value in the numismatic community.
Dollars, Half Dollar
1808 P Draped Bust Half Cent- Normal Date
$47.50
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Liberty facing right, with “LIBERTY” and the date “1808” below. |
| Reverse Design | Wreath of laurel and olive branches encircling “1/2 C” with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” around the top perimeter. |
| Composition | 100% copper |
| Weight | 5.44 grams |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Mintage | 63,000 pieces |
| Historical Context | Produced during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson; marks the end of the Draped Bust series for the half cent. |
| Rarity and Appeal | Low mintage and design rarity make it highly sought after by numismatists. |
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