The Classic Head half cent was struck in pure copper from 1809-1836. Because of differences in the date on first-year-of-issue 1809 Classic Heads, there are 3 varieties including the Small 0 Inside 0, the 9 Over Inverted 9, and the Normal Date coin offered here. Minted nearly two centuries ago, the 1809 Classic Head half cent is a precious memento of early America, struck during the first year of James Madison`s presidency. Add the historic 1809 Classic Head half cent to your collection today.