Half Penny Market Value
Analysis of 13,855 eBay listings for Half Penny coins.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
Value is concentrated in certified coins, with NGC and PCGS showing deltas of 445% and 411% over the median. Older dates like 1795 (+169%) command significantly higher premiums than 1960s issues.
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Price by year
Why? Value increases with age, ranging from 3.89 for 1966 to 79 for 1795.
Price by certification
Why? Professional grading adds significant value, with NGC at 160 compared to 20 for uncertified coins.
Price by composition
Why? Material impacts price, with Copper at 54.75 and Bronze at 3.99.
Price by circulated/uncirculated
Why? Condition drives price, with Uncirculated coins at 62.5 and Circulated at 21.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a certified Half Penny?
The median price for NGC certified coins is 160.
How do 1960s Half Pennies compare in value to 18th-century ones?
1966 coins have a median of 3.89, while 1795 coins have a median of 79.
Does the metal composition affect the market price?
Yes, Copper coins have a median of 54.75, whereas Bronze coins have a median of 3.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$299, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 15, 2026.