Tough to find this nice. WebHalf Dollars Selected categoryEarly Halves (1794-1839) Barber (1892-1915) Franklin (1948-63) Seated Liberty (1839-91) Mixed Lots Liberty Walking (1916-47) Kennedy (1964-Now) More Jewelry & Watches Antiques Certification Uncertified(4,107) Items(4,107) PCGS(906) Items(906) NGC(822) Items(822) PCGS & CAC(48) Items(48) NGC & CAC(5) Items(5) Copyright 2023 My Coin Guides. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); CoinTrackers.com is an invaluable resource dedicated to helping the coin collector and silver community. Users are strongly encouraged to seek multiple sources of pricing before making a final determination of value. Excellent seller!! Robert Scot, Chief Engraver and designer of most of the early United States coins, had initially refused an assistant. $649.99. Sign up for the David Lawrence Rare Coins newsletter. Other than these two dates, most of the other dates can be purchased for about $150 each in Very Fine condition. For anyone interested in getting involved, there is plenty of help to find, both from experts in the field and through publications. Give yourself a tour and visit frequently. An interesting note is that later in 1836 As a result, this motto is a bit less distinct and wears more quickly than on later coins. On the first subtype, the word LIBERTY on the goddess' headband is inscribed with shallow letters that have shading lines within them. This is all too common, as Capped Bust halves were coined in an open collar and thus have shallow rims which did little to protect them from wear. We offer reliable real coin melt conversions and hand written stats on each and every coin in our database. Free shipping. 1892 US Mint Annual Report. As always, focus on buying quality coins and, when it comes time to sell, you will be richly rewarded. Obverse: Features Identifying the Good Grade: Wear has now smoothed the design to a flat surface. Variations in value do occur subject to subtle grading points, collector demands and dealer needs. Even balance of color is displayed with no darkened areas. Free shipping. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Production for the half dollar series would be relatively high, with mintages usually extending into the millions. Lots of details for the price. 20%; 1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC. Also issued were Capped bust nickels, dimes, and quarters. Great detail in Eagle, Nice definition, flaw on right side obverse, Note Liberty, Shield and Stars are all well defined, Small date, small stars, small letters variety. Although wear is visible throughout Liberty's hair, many finer strands remain. An examination of the 1831 half imaged starts with an overall view. If your coin is not listed above, it is seldom encountered. A strong separation and raised shield edges represents a well struck example. Buyer's Premium. 1839 Capped Bust Half Dollar, Small Letters Reverse. WebFor a limited time, every Wednesday and Thursday, enjoy 15% savings on retail products at Market Salamander. Motto - E Pluribus Unum across the ribbon is mostly gone. 2, Lg. $5 Liberty; $10 Liberty; $20 Liberty; Morgan $1s. Design modifications were performed by Christian Gobrecht resulting in subtle changes to the appearance of Liberty, the details of the eagle, and the lettering. Coin has retoned nicely over the years. All letters are readable. Capped bust half dollars are enjoyed by collectors in many grades. Web1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC Product ID: 242295 Year: 1831 Grade Service: PCGS Denomination: $0.50 Metal Content: 0.3866 troy oz Purity: Unknown Diameter: 32.5 mm. This obviously important, near-Gem representative of the distinct HALF DOL reverse variety is seemingly earmarked for inclusion in a high quality type set. Free shipping. You can find the closest town that is an equal distance from two cities. The coin has been very, very lightly cleaned in the past. These are closely examined with a focus on small details. The exceptions to this rule include large cents and half dollars, which have a long tradition of being acquired by both dates and varieties. Certified: PCGS AU Details 0-106 R.1, This 1820 Bust Half Dollar Sq. 1817 O-102 7 over 4 Capped Bust Half Dollar. A side-by-side comparison will reveal several other distinctions less obvious. An interesting note is that later in 1836 Item received ahead of schedule, in great condition. This obviously important, near-Gem representative of the distinct HALF DOL reverse variety is seemingly earmarked for inclusion in a high quality type set. Few details remain towards the outer areas of her design with some inner detail faint. This site contains information for every Lettered Edge Bust Half Dollar minted from 1795-1836. Many are rare and some are exceedingly rare. WebHalf Dollars; Dollars. This 1806 Bust Half Dollar Pointed '6' Stem Through Claw has great eye appeal and nice strike. Certified: PCGS XF40 Quantity Add to Cart 1818/7 Bust Half Dollar Large 8 PCGS XF45 You can find the closest town that is an equal distance from two cities. Tough to find this nice! A pleasing coin on both sides. Bust halves exhibiting crisp, sharp details with little or no wear are avidly sought by dealers and collectors. Also issued were Capped bust nickels, dimes, and quarters. Pick a Capped Bust Half Dollar from the list below to get full details, stats, values, and insight on that quarter. info on every bust half may be found below: Top Ten Rarest Flowing Hair and Draped Bust Half Dollar Overton Varieties, 1795 O-105 High R3 Flowing Hair Half Dollar, 1796 and 1797 Draped Bust Small Eagle Half Dollars, 1801, 1802, and 1803 Draped Bust Half Dollars, 1803 O-101 R3 Large 3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1803 O-102 R3+ Large 3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1803 O-103 R3 Large 3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1803 O-104 R3 Small 3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1805/4 (5 over 4) O-101 R3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1805/4 (5 over 4) O-102 R3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1805/4 (5 over 4) O-103 R5+ Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1806 O-101 6 over 5 R3 Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1806 O-102 6 over 5 R3+ Draped Bust Half Dollar, 1806 O-103 6 over 5 R? Bright white. Franklin halves because of silver are all premium coins. See Description. One of Reichs first tasks was to create new designs for circulating coinage. While it was once thought that all dates in this series were common in mint state, this has proved to be true only of the later dates (roughly from 1820 onward). The first was coined in 1807-08 only. Less expensive sets of circulated examples are also an enjoyment of collectors often leading to upgrading as skills improve. WebCapped Bust Half Dollar Books Contemporary Counterfeit Capped Bust Half Dollars United States Early Half Dollar Die Varieties 1794 - 1836 2020 Red Book - Guide Book of United States Coins Cherrypickers Guide to Rare Die Varieties. A few small marks are noted, the nick right of the date is the worst. WebCapped Bust Half Dollars Greysheet Catalog Details Bust half dollars, referring to all early half dollars made between 1794 and 1839, include various design types ranging from the Flowing Hair type, include the Draped Bust type, and wrap up with the Capped Bust design. Images to identify each coin and minimum values for each type. Metal is the same texture over the entire beak with no signs of smoothness. Auctions, Inventory, and more at Stacks-Bowers Galleries. Eagle and lettering are plain as well as most stars and arrows. Eagle's head is smooth as well as feathers just above the shield. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appears above, and a scroll includes the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. [2] All four of these coin were struck in 89.2% silver and 10.8% copper. All major elements are visible and mostly separated. WebCapped Bust Half Dollar Books Contemporary Counterfeit Capped Bust Half Dollars United States Early Half Dollar Die Varieties 1794 - 1836 2020 Red Book - Guide Book of United States Coins Cherrypickers Guide to Rare Die Varieties. As mentioned above, eye appeal is one of the most important aspects of collecting Capped Bust Half Dollars. Separation of the hair lines is merging with a small point of the forehead and eye brow. Preparing, organizing, and planning all combine to improve results. The prices listed in our database are intended to be used as an indication only. All rights reserved. Outstanding color and surfaces. Superb color and surfaces. Continue to the Walking Liberty and Franklin Half dollars. See Description. Stars are visible but well worn. Date, No Knob PCGS AU Details 0-108 R.2, 1820/19 Bust Half Dollar Curl Base '2' Choice XF+ Details 0-102 R.1 Nice Strike. 1806 Bust Half Dollar Pointed '6' Stem Through Claw Nice VF/XF 0-115 R.1, 1808/7 Bust Half Dollar CAC Sticker NGC AU55 CAC Sticker 0-101 R.1, 1809 Bust Half Dollar NGC AU53 0-103 R.1 Superb Eye Appeal Strong Strike, 1810 Bust Half Dollar O-110 R.2 Nice XF Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike, 1811 Bust Half Dollar Small '8' AU/BU Details 0-111 R.1 Superb Eye Appeal, 1811 Bust Half Dollar Small '8' Choice AU/BU 0-108a R.2 Superb Eye Appeal, 1812 Bust Half Dollar AU/BU Details 0-105a R.2 Superb Eye Appeal Nice Strike, 1813 Bust Half Dollar '50c. Many Large Cent and Capped Bust Half collectors focus their collecting on trying to assemble as many varieties as possible that are listed in the Guide Book of United States Coins, also known as the Red Book. The Capped Bust coinage of the United States consisted of a half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar. WebThis wonderfully original 1814 Capped Bust Half Dollar O-104a R.2 has great eye appeal with a nice strike. Each coin needs close examination involving many special qualities. Representing an early era in US coinage, however limited by numbers struck. The denomination was also indicated on the edge lettering as FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR. 1818 Capped Bust Half DollarT-I Alignments, 1818 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die Marriage Summary Page, 1818 8 over 7 O-101 R1 Large 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1818 8 over 7 O-102 R2 Small 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1818 8 over 7 O-103 R3 Large 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1819 Capped Bust Half DollarT-I Alignments, 1819 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die Marriage Summary Page, 1819 O-101 R1 Small 9 over 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1819 O-102 R2 Large 9 over 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1819 O-103 R4 Large 9 over 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1819 O-104 R1 Large 9 over 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1819 O-106 R4 Large 9 over 8 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1820 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die Marriage Summary and ID Page, 1820 O-101 R2 1820 over 19, Small Square Base 2 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1820 O-102 R1 1820 over 19, small curled base 2 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1820 O-103 R1 Small Date Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1820 O-104 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R5+ 1824/1 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1824 O-103 R1 1824 over Various Dates Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1824 O-109 R2 4 recut over 4 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1824 O-110 R2 4 recut over 4 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1826 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1827 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1827 O-101 R2 7 over 6 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1827 O-102 R1 7 over 6 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1827 O-103 R4 7 over 6 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1827 O-146 R2, Curl Base 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1827 O-147 R4, Curl Base 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1828 O-101 R1, Curl Base No Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-102 R2, Curl Base No Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-103 R2, Curl Base No Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-104 R3, Curl Base No Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-105 R5, Curl Base No Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-106 R4+, Curl Base Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-107 R2, Curl Base Knob 2, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-108 R3, Square Base 2, Large 8's, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-109 R3, Square Base 2, Large 8's, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-110 R2, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-111 R4, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-112 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-113 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-114 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-115 R2, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-116 R2, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-117 R1, Square Base 2, Small 8's Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-118 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-119 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's and Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-120 R1, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-121 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-122 R3, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1828 O-123 R5+, Square Base 2, Small 8's, Large Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1829 Capped Bust Half DollarT-I Alignments, 1829 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1829 O-101 R1 29 over 27 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1829 O-102 R2 29 over 27 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1830 O-101 R1 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-102 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-103 R1 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-104 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-105 R4 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-106 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-107 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-108 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-109 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-110 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-111 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-112 R4+ Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-113 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-114 R5 Small 0 Large Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-115 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-116 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-117 R2 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-118 R3 Small 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-119 R2 Medium 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-120 R1 Large 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-121 R3 Large 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-122 R1 Large 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 O-123 R1 Large 0 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1832 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1832 O-101 R1 Large Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1833 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1833 O-116 R7+ Crushed Letter Edge Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1834 O-101 R1 Large Date, Large Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-102 R1 Large Date, Large Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-103 R2 Large Date, Large Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-104 R2 Large Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-105 R1 Large Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-106 R1, 4 over 4, Large Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-107 R1 Large Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-108 R2 Large Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-109 R1 Small Date, Small Letters, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-110 R3 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-111 R1 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-112 R3 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-113 R1 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-114 R1 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-115 R2 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-116 R1 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-117 R2 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-118 R4 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-119 R4 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-120 R4 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-121 R3 Small Date, Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1834 O-122 R7+ Crushed Letter Edge Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1835 Capped Bust half Dollar Die Marriage Summary and ID Page, 1835 O-111 R7+ Crushed Letter Edge Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar T-I Alignment Page, 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar Die and Die Marriage Summary Page, 1836 O-106 R1 Beaded Border Reverse Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1836 O-108 R1 1836 over 1336, Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1836 O-116 R2, 50 over 00, Capped Bust Half Dollar. Condition. WebHalf Dollars; Dollars. WebCapped Bust halves were recognized as being collectable as long ago as the 1850s. History. Bust of Liberty is complete and fully outlined. Serious collectors of this series are a close-knit group and have a club devoted to the study of Bust Half Dollar varieties. https://nnp.wustl.edu/library/book/554591. Sent 3 times a week to alert you of new auctions and other important information. Reverse: Features Identifying the Good Grade: All major parts of the reverse design are visible. Check out the selection of Bust Halves at the Broken Cabinet! Certified: NGC AU53 0-103 R.1. Certified: PCGS XF40, This wonderfully original 1818/7 Bust Half Dollar has superb eye appeal with nice luster and strong strike. This fact is noted in the book The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards for United States Coins and it should be included in any determination of grade for a circulated coin. Detail within the hair is seen at the top of her head and behind her ear. 1834 P Capped Bust Half Dollar : Large Date - Large Letters, 1822 P Capped Bust Half Dollar Over stamp 2 over 1 in date, 1826 P Capped Bust Half Dollar Nice coin, VF 30, 1832 US Capped Bust Half Dollar Large Letters XF/AU Rare Silver Coin, 1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar Overton 112 ANACS VF-20 -Great Light Color, 1828 "Square Base 2" Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1830 "Large 0 in Date" Capped Bust Half Dollar, 1838 P half dollar with slight wear and an attempted hole drilled, 1832 Capped Bust Half Dollar ANACS VF-35 - Clean and nice not black. WebThe Capped Bust coinage of the United States consisted of a half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar. Sign up for the David Lawrence Rare Coins newsletter. Lettered Edge (1807-1836) Content: 89.2% silver 10.8% copper Weight: 13.48 grams Libertys slightly curled hair flows downwards and a small part of her dress can be seen just below the neck. Great Selection of Tough Bust Halves and More! Coins that display colorful album toning can sometimes bring multiples of catalogue price for the grade. The Capped Bust half dollar ran from 1807 through 1839, and there are at least two subtypes within this group: the larger-diameter lettered edge type that was struck from 1807 through 1836 and the smaller-diameter reeded-edge halves that were minted from 1836 through 1839. Great color and surfaces. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Be sure too bookmark us hit Ctrl+D now! The earliest Type was the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, followed by the Draped Bust Half and the Capped Bust Half. The coins are a fascinating reflection of the rapid growth of the United States during this period. Be sure too bookmark us hit Ctrl+D now! WebCapped Bust Half Dollar were issued from 1807-1839 and are part of the capped bust series of coins. $245.00. $245.00. Membership into the Bust Half Nut Club is by invitation and you are required to have at least 100 die marriages. Motto - E Pluribus Unum is worn faint with a letter or two very weak or missing. Introduction into the selling coins process. This gave the resulting coins a slightly convex quality and left these bulged areas softly struck. Arrow points are now flat with no central raised rib. WebWhether selecting from the Flowing Hair design or the Capped Bust design, there is a large selection of half dollars available at competitive prices. An interesting note is that later in 1836 Nice color and surfaces. Many collectors are involved in assembling sets of these coins and condition plays a large role in values. Liberty Seated Dollars; Trade Dollars; Morgan Dollars; GSA Dollars; Gold. Finding problem-free examples of circulated coins is quite challenging. Some such pieces have naturally retoned nicely enough to become certifiable, while many others have not. Production for the half dollar series would be relatively high, with mintages usually extending into the millions. The Turban design was used on the gold Quarter Eagle, Half Eagle, and Eagle from 1795 to 1834. Some such pieces have naturally retoned nicely enough to become certifiable, while many others have not. WebThe Capped Bust coinage of the United States consisted of a half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar. Olive branch and arrows are symbolism of Peace and War; a nation with peaceful intentions at the ready. Some such pieces have naturally retoned nicely enough to become certifiable, while many others have not. WebCapped Bust Half Dollars Greysheet Catalog Details Bust half dollars, referring to all early half dollars made between 1794 and 1839, include various design types ranging from the Flowing Hair type, include the Draped Bust type, and wrap up with the Capped Bust design. Rim is strong and raised from the field. 1833 VF25 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Bust Half Dollar Value | Discover Their Worth Coin Values Moving with Precious Metals: Up-Dated 3/6/2023: Gold $1856 | Silver $21.22 Bust Half Dollar Value Bust half dollar value on the chart shows coins in heavily worn condition are scarce. The coin displays a small insight into forming a quality collection of any series in circulated grades. Sent 3 times a week to alert you of new auctions and other important information. A clasp secures the drapery at Liberty's shoulder. This learning process may be accelerated by taking a grading course from experts such as those who teach at the ANA's Summer Conference or at its regional seminars. WebBust Halves Minted 1794 to 1839 First issued in 1794, the Silver Half Dollar was one of the earliest denominations issued by the newly formed United States of America. Web1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC Product ID: 242295 Year: 1831 Grade Service: PCGS Denomination: $0.50 Metal Content: 0.3866 troy oz Purity: Unknown Diameter: 32.5 mm. The 1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar is somewhat scarce but can be found for about $750 in Very Fine condition. WebCapped Bust Half Dollar Books Contemporary Counterfeit Capped Bust Half Dollars United States Early Half Dollar Die Varieties 1794 - 1836 2020 Red Book - Guide Book of United States Coins Cherrypickers Guide to Rare Die Varieties. There are two popular subtypes of the Capped Bust half dollar. For those wanting to collect Capped Bust Half Dollars by die variety but to a lesser extent, there are other options. In the eagle's right claw, leaves of the olive branch have detail visible within the centers. WebCapped Bust Half Dollar were issued from 1807-1839 and are part of the capped bust series of coins. 1817 O-101 7 over 3 R2 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Of them all, judging condition becomes a challenge, both the technical and subjective parts. Great color and surfaces. Hair curls above Liberty's eye are just beginning to flatten. [1], John Reich designed this capped-head concept of Liberty, and it was modified by Chief Engraver of the Mint, William Kneass. The amount of feather detail to the eagle gives the design a crisp look. The most eagerly collected of the early half dollars are those featuring John Reich's Capped Bust Liberty of 1807-36. Moving closer to the surface, a scan is not interrupted by glaring, eye catching nicks or scratches. Condition of the coin, it is a huge issue with collectors. $5 Liberty; $10 Liberty; $20 Liberty; Morgan $1s. To qualify as a Good grade Bust half dollar a fully outlined eagle is present. The book was written decades ago but has stood the test of time. US Mint. Rare half dollars are found by recognizing dates, mintmarks and grade of the coin. These usually make headlines in the numismatic press. She is well outlined, no fading into the background. The reverse is also nick and relatively mark free. 20%; 1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC. The denomination, expressed as 50 C. is placed below the eagle. Coin Values Moving with Precious Metals: Up-Dated 4/17/2023: Gold $2009 | Silver $25.38. CoinWeek: Numismatic & Coin Collecting News, Heritage Bullion and Modern Coins Auction Set for April 11, Emergency Money: A Short History of Siege Coins, CoinWeek Podcast #177: Tom Uram on Coins & Clubs, Stacks Bowers to Offer Mint State 1873-S Open 3 Double Eagle, Gold Coins From Hansen Collection Offered by David Lawrence, Royal Mint UK Reveals Charles III Coronation Coin Range, United States 1972-S Uncirculated Eisenhower Dollar, $200,000 in Dimes Stolen From Truck in Philadelphia: CBS, Its Time to Rewrite the Price Guides for Nice Southern Gold Coins. 2, Lg. Interestingly no denomination was included on the coin. Most outer edges of the shield are intact. Give yourself a tour and visit frequently. Coins sent to these services are first authenticated and then graded by a panel of specialists. All Rights Reserved. Half dollars from the beginnings of the US mint are historically important. Exceptions may be found in several varieties dating from the early 1830s, when mintages were high and the dies were used well beyond the point at which they began to erode. All it takes to reduce one of these handsome coins to the AU level from mint state is a bit of wear on the highest points of Liberty or the eagle. Any wear to the metal changes its texture, smoothing the finely grained surface that produces luster. Visit CCCC and check out their selection! WebCapped Bust halves were recognized as being collectable as long ago as the 1850s. The 1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar is somewhat scarce but can be found for about $750 in Very Fine condition. These seem like incredible bargains for a coin struck in the infancy of our nation. John Reich designed the Capped Bust type. Also issued were Capped bust nickels, dimes, and quarters. Tough to find this nice! Web1817 50c Capped Bust Half Dollar R-4 O-108a Major Die Cracks NGC VF30. Large waves of hair are all separated and well detailed. Wear is even and the original strike is strong, bringing up the design on both sides with no lightly struck areas. Reverse: Features Identifying the Fine Grade: A well outlined eagle remains with clear legends. Lettered Edge (1807-1836) Content: 89.2% silver 10.8% copper Weight: 13.48 grams Also, a nice balance obverse to reverse is noted. WebHalf Dollars Selected categoryEarly Halves (1794-1839) Barber (1892-1915) Franklin (1948-63) Seated Liberty (1839-91) Mixed Lots Liberty Walking (1916-47) Kennedy (1964-Now) More Jewelry & Watches Antiques Certification Uncertified(4,107) Items(4,107) PCGS(906) Items(906) NGC(822) Items(822) PCGS & CAC(48) Items(48) NGC & CAC(5) Items(5) Bust Half Dollar Value | Discover Their Worth Coin Values Moving with Precious Metals: Up-Dated 3/6/2023: Gold $1856 | Silver $21.22 Bust Half Dollar Value Bust half dollar value on the chart shows coins in heavily worn condition are scarce. Cleaning is very difficult to detect. There are about 450 different die varieties for a complete set. A reverse design of an eagle with wings displayed open is surrounded by laurel branches forming a wreath. Most years were struck in copious quantities and are generally available in lower grades for what I think are amazing bargains. Learn more>, Return to the Coin Grading Guide - From 1 to 70. $5 Liberty; $10 Liberty; $20 Liberty; Morgan $1s. History. When we purchase collections of these in lower grades, usually less than half of the coins would qualify for third-party grading without comments (cleaned, scratched, damaged, stained). Wear has merged parts of her forehead with hair but major curls are well defined. John Reich designed this capped-head concept of Liberty, and it was modified by Chief Engraver of the Mint, William Kneass. Date is complete with some fading near the rim. Grade: Nice XF 0-106 R.1, This 1820 Bust Half Dollar Sq 2, Lg Date, No Knob has great eye appeal and strong strike. Certified: PCGS XF40 Quantity Add to Cart 1818/7 Bust Half Dollar Large 8 PCGS XF45 The reverse is a new eagle holding an olive branch in the right claw and three arrows in the left. They place large premiums on better "Grade" coins. The series, which was produced from 1807 to 1836, is rich with interesting die varieties for specialists. A strong rim in areas with faded spots in others is the norm. Outstanding color and surfaces. WebThe Capped Bust Half Dollar was introduced in 1807 as the third series for the denomination. Most claws are distinct. Other selections include the 1821 Capped Bust Half Dollar AU and the 1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar AU-58. Certified: PCGS AU Details 0-108 R.2, This 1820/19 Bust Half Dollar Curl Base '2' has nice eye appeal and nice strike. Inspect the eagle's head for any smoothing due to wear. Catalogue of Coins of the United States. Bringing up the design on both sides with no darkened areas softly struck hair, many finer remain. Dimes, and insight on that quarter waves of hair are all separated and well detailed products. Were issued from 1807-1839 and are part of the United States consisted of a Half dime dime... 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