Classic Head Half Cent (1809-1836) The Classic Head Half Cent is an early copper half cent that was produced from 1809 to 1836. It was designed by engraver John Reich and showed Liberty in a

Draped Bust Half Cent (1800-1808) The Draped Bust Half Cent was born when Chief Engraver Robert Scot created a new design of the half cent in 1800. From 1800 to 1808, with the exception of

Liberty Cap Half Cent (1793-1797) Minted in 1793 to 1857, the half cent is the smallest denomination ever minted in the United States. It came in different design varieties, including the Liberty Cap Half Cent

Nickels Below are the most sought after Nickels.  Click on the links for a complete overview and links to both the PCGS and NGC price guides.   Shield Nickel (1866-1883) Copper-nickel is the alloy of

Liberty Nickel (1883-1913) Liberty Nickel – In the early 1880s, a replacement was already being sought for the Shield Nickel which had been in production since 1866. The Shield Design proved difficult to strike and

Buffalo Nickel (1913-1938) During Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency, five US coins received new designs. He left office in 1909, but the desire to produce more inspiring coin designs was still alive. That was made further possible

Jefferson Nickel (1938-Date) Since it was introduced in the United States in 1983, the Jefferson Nickel has been the longest running five cent denomination series. It was struck by the United States Mint to replace

Shield Nickel (1866-1883) Copper-nickel is the alloy of choice for American nickels made today, and the Shield Nickel created after the Civil War is the first five-cent coin to be struck with such a combination.

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