1809/6 Classic Head Half Cent. C-5. Rarity-1. 9/Inverted 9. MS-64 BN (PCGS). CAC.Smooth, tight surfaces exhibit a desirable satin to softly frosted texture. Both sides are predominantly toned in bold chocolate-brown, although considerable faded rose-red mint color remains in the protected areas around many of the design elements. Well struck for the type with the central design elements sharp, this premium quality Choice example is sure to please.<p>A popular variety of the first year 1809 Classic Head half cent that was long thought to be an overdate, Cohen-5 has since been reclassified as having the primary digit 9 in the date punched over an inverted 9. Remnants of the underdigit are clearly evident with the aid of a loupe. This variety barely edges our C-6 as the most readily obtainable of the issue with William R. Eckberg accounting for approximately 4,500 survivors in all grades in his 2019 reference <em>The Half Cent, 1793-1857: The Story of Americas Greatest Little Coin</em>. The author further asserts, "UNCs are plentiful; probably at least 60 exist." Technically sound and visually appealing, the PCGS/CAC MS-64 BN example offered here will appeal to discerning numismatists, be they type collectors or early copper enthusiasts.PCGS# 1126. NGC ID: CZEZ.PCGS Population: 12; 5 finer in this category (all MS-65 BN).<p>CAC Population: 3; 6 finer.
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