Issued over 200 years ago during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson, the 1803 Draped Bust half cent is a prized keepsake from the very early years of the nation. All half cents were struck in pure copper at the Philadelphia Mint, and the half cent was last produced in 1857. Only a limited number of half cents have been preserved over the years, and those in existence today are eagerly sought by collectors. Add the historic 1803 Draped Bust half cent to your collection today.