Early Medieval English Cut Halfpenny

Cut silver halfpenny from 10th-13th century England, derived by clipping full pennies. Falls under HTS 9705.31.00.01 for pre-14th century numismatic interest, age over 100 years, non-archaeological. Illustrates medieval debasement practices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7117.90Higher: 21% vs 17.5%

If modern fantasy strikes imitating cuts

Contemporary imitations are costume jewelry, not original collectors' pieces.

9705Same rate: 17.5%

If from Viking treasure hoards

Known find-sites reclassify as paleontological/archaeological assemblages.

8541.60.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If industrial silver scrap valuation

If numismatic value not predominant, treated as semiconductor-grade silver.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Catalog as 'cut and countermarked' to distinguish from full coins in declarations

Partner with licensed antiquities dealers for provenance transparency

Prepare for weight/value appraisal; small denominations often undervalued

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