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Half Cent · $0.005

1811 Half Cents (1793-1857)

Cohen Attribution

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Intriguing History

Half cent production was extremely limited in 1811, part of a broader slowdown just before the War of 1812 disrupted trade and bullion supplies, making the date a recognized rarity within the series.

Total Weight5.44 g

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