Description:
Add a certified and eye-catching variety to your collection with this 1804 Draped Bust Half Cent, attributed as Cohen-7 “Spiked Chin”, and certified by NGC as VG Details. This die variety features one of the most recognizable and dramatic defects in early U.S. copper — a prominent spike beneath Liberty’s chin.
Denomination: Half Cent
Year of Issue: 1804
Variety: Spiked Chin (C-7)
Attribution: Cohen-7
Mint: Philadelphia (no mint mark, as customary for this era)
Composition: Copper
Diameter: ~23 mm
Grade: NGC VG Details (certified)
Holder: NGC-certified slab
Highlights:
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Recognized Spiked Chin variety, caused by a die break beneath Liberty’s chin
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Officially attributed as Cohen-7 in the standard Half Cent reference
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Certified by NGC and encapsulated in a secure holder
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Historical interest and strong visual appeal due to the die flaw
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A collector favorite from the final year of the Draped Bust Half Cent series
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Ideal for both variety collectors and those seeking certified early U.S. copper
Historical Note:
The 1804 Draped Bust Half Cent is widely known for several distinctive die varieties, but the C-7 “Spiked Chin” is one of the most sought-after. The raised spike below Liberty’s chin is the result of a dramatic die crack, giving the coin a unique and memorable appearance that has fascinated collectors for generations.
This issue was struck during the final years of Draped Bust coinage and is a tangible artifact of early American minting, with its hand-crafted dies and production anomalies.
If you’re searching for additional certified half cents, Draped Bust varieties, or raw early U.S. types, feel free to contact us — we’re always acquiring new material.
