As a result, this motto is a bit less distinct and wears more quickly than on later coins. Coins that display colorful album toning can sometimes bring multiples of catalogue price for the grade. Grade: XF 0-101 R.2, This wonderfully original 1813 Bust Half Dollar has superb eye appeal and strong strike. Capped Bust halves were recognized as being collectable as long ago as the 1850s. 20%; 1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. A well detailed eye remains giving her face dimension. Tough to find this nice. Moving closer to the surface, a scan is not interrupted by glaring, eye catching nicks or scratches. Date remains although weak along the rim. It is an excellent index with images and text links to all coin series, from Cents to Gold. The reverse design features a bald eagle with its wings spread and a shield over its breast. Minimal merging with the rim of lettering identifies a coin in the Good grade. Grade: Choice XF, This 1814 Bust Half Dollar has great eye appeal and nice strike. The 1815 is the key date for the series, and costs around $5,000 in Very Fine. Many are rare and some are exceedingly rare. Arrow points are now flat with no central raised rib. The coins are a fascinating reflection of the rapid growth of the United States during this period. 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. On the Quarter and Half Eagles, the Turban design was replaced with the regular Capped Bust design in 1808 and 1807, respectively,[8] while the Eagle, having been out of production since 1804, adopted the "Coronet" Liberty Head design in 1838. WebThe Capped Bust Half Dollar was introduced in 1807 as the third series for the denomination. The obverse of Reichs design for the half dollar features the bust of Liberty, facing left. WebCheck out the Bust Half selection at DLRC West Coast Coins Bust Halves for Sale and More! Great color and surfaces. The grading standards for this type remain the same for any date in the series, though these later pieces typically have more defined rims and superior strikes overall. Copyright 2023 CDN Publishing, LLC. WebE-Mail Newsletter. 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. Lots of detail. Each coin needs close examination involving many special qualities. Pick a Capped Bust Half Dollar from the list below to get full details, stats, values, and insight on that quarter. Be sure too bookmark us hit Ctrl+D now! Serious collectors of this series are a close-knit group and have a club devoted to the study of Bust Half Dollar varieties. The 1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar is somewhat scarce but can be found for about $750 in Very Fine condition. WebCheck out the Bust Half selection at DLRC West Coast Coins Bust Halves for Sale and More! Grade: Choice XF 0-108 R.4, This original 1814 Bust Half Dollar O-109 R.2 Clash Marks on Both Sides has great eye appeal with a nice strike and great color and surfaces. Many collectors are involved in assembling sets of these coins and condition plays a large role in values. Arrow points are worn along the edges. Motto - E Pluribus Unum across the ribbon is mostly gone. Production for the half dollar series would be relatively high, with mintages usually extending into the millions. Certified: NGC AU55 0-101 R.1, This wonderfully original 1809 Bust Half Dollar has superb eye appeal with nice luster and strong strike. The Forgotten Silver Kennedy Half Dollars. Also issued were Capped bust nickels, dimes, and quarters. Slightly Faded and scratched, still good detail in face. Olive branch and arrows are symbolism of Peace and War; a nation with peaceful intentions at the ready. WebCheck out the Bust Half selection at DLRC West Coast Coins Bust Halves for Sale and More! 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 seven stars to the left and six to the right, representing the original thirteen states in the Union. Most dates in this series have more than a single die variety, and some of those with larger mintages have dozens of varieties. Robert Scot is credited as the engraver for the Flowing Hair and Draped Bust types, while Gilbert Stuart is noted as the designer for the latter. Certified: PCGS XF40 Quantity Add to Cart 1818/7 Bust Half Dollar Large 8 PCGS XF45 WebCapped Bust halves were recognized as being collectable as long ago as the 1850s. This site contains information for every Lettered Edge Bust Half Dollar minted from 1795-1836. Many feathers are blended on the Eagle's right wing. Buyer's Premium. The design and specifications for the series were modified in 1836, coinciding with the introduction of steam powered presses. All Rights Reserved. Obverse: Features Identifying the Fine Grade: Moderate to heavy wear has begun to blend major design features, identifying a Bust half in Fine condition. 20%; 1831 Capped Bust Half Dollar MS-65+ PCGS CAC. Free shipping. A side-by-side comparison will reveal several other distinctions less obvious. Cleaning is very difficult to detect. For additional reference CDN publishes a price guide, covering retail Bust Half Dollar Value in detail. The weight and diameter of the half dollar were reduced, with a reeded edge used in place of the previous lettered edge. Heavily worn coins are assigned lower grades with corresponding lower values. Also issued were Capped bust nickels, dimes, and quarters. As always, focus on buying quality coins and, when it comes time to sell, you will be richly rewarded. 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. Reich was eventually hired when Scots health and eyesight began to decline. While Capped Bust halves are plentiful in the circulated grades for more issues, there are dozens of recognized minor and major varieties among the Capped Bust half dollars, thus meaning this series is a real challenge for enthusiasts to collect. Buyer's Premium. Featured is the new Heraldic eagle of 1801. These will vary a bit in their relative striking qualities. Check it out! 1839 Capped Bust Half Dollar, Small Letters Reverse. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. This gave the resulting coins a slightly convex quality and left these bulged areas softly struck. Finally, the denomination was altered to read 50 CENTS from 1836 to 1837 and HALF DOL. from 1838 until the conclusion of the series in 1839. [7] For those wanting to collect Capped Bust Half Dollars by die variety but to a lesser extent, there are other options. The early dates are getting tough to find this nice. Wear is even and the original strike is strong, bringing up the design on both sides with no lightly struck areas. Any minted before 1892 is becoming a scarce coin. On the first subtype, the word LIBERTY on the goddess' headband is inscribed with shallow letters that have shading lines within them. They reflect closely the value you would expect to receive when selling. A once finely detailed eagle is now smooth, however completely outlined. WebThe Reeded Edge Capped Bust half dollars of 1836 to 1839 are among the more conditionally challenging types in the classic U.S. coinage series. The 1815 is the key date for the series, and costs around $5,000 in Very Fine. The earliest Type was the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, followed by the Draped Bust Half and the Capped Bust Half. Check out the selection of Bust Halves at the Broken Cabinet! Reverse: Features Identifying the Good Grade: Many details of the original design are missing in the Good grade. Bookmark the online value charts to phone. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. The forward edge of the beak is also prone to first signs of wear. Condition. Also, a nice balance obverse to reverse is noted. Curls of hair above Liberty's forehead and ear are visibly flattened by wear. Obverse: Features Identifying Mint State Grade: Inspecting the high ridges and open flat areas to detect friction and wear determines the Mint State condition. These are the examples most likely to have just a touch of light wear on their highest points. WebFor a limited time, every Wednesday and Thursday, enjoy 15% savings on retail products at Market Salamander. From one grade to the next higher grade, values jump accordingly. Sign up for the David Lawrence Rare Coins newsletter. Variations in value do occur subject to subtle grading points, collector demands and dealer needs. 2, Lg. A few small marks are noted, the nick right of the date is the worst. Give yourself a tour and visit frequently. What has a dramatic effect on your Bust half dollar value? Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. The eagles talons grasp a bundle of arrows and an olive branch. Give yourself a tour and visit frequently. Symbols of war and peace. An interesting note is that later in 1836 Free shipping. With the rise of values in recent decades and the resulting adoption of more specific grading standards, many of these coins formerly classified as Uncirculated are now recognized as being About Uncirculated. Grade: Choice XF+ Details 0-102 R.1. $649.99. The earliest Type was the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, followed by the Draped Bust Half and the Capped Bust Half. $5 Liberty; $10 Liberty; $20 Liberty; Morgan $1s. Date is complete with some fading near the rim. 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). 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). 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. Other selections include the 1821 Capped Bust Half Dollar AU and the 1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar AU-58. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, 1828 50c Capped Bust Half Dollar 0-116 R-2 Sq.base 2 Small 8, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, Report this item - opens in new window or tab, 1834 Coronet Head Large Cent, N-6, Large 8, Large Stars, scarce great eye appeal (#195678387281), 1853 braided hair large cent n-17 nice high grade original (#195702529593). 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. Reverse: Features Identifying Mint State Grade: No evidence of wear is required to meet the Mint State grade. Occasionally, an entirely new variety or die marriage is discovered. There are just a few relatively tough Capped Bust Half Dollars when putting together a set by date. A very popular variety of the Bust series half dollars. The coins are then placed in special holders. As mentioned above, eye appeal is one of the most important aspects of collecting Capped Bust Half Dollars. $5 Liberty; $10 Liberty; $20 Liberty; Morgan $1s. Condition. Your coin is very popular, intensely studied and values are often greatly higher. The first US mint half dollar featured Liberty with long loose hair as the obverse design. Lots of details for the price. Edges of leaves are smooth and just beginning to fill towards the middle. $649.99. [1], John Reich designed this capped-head concept of Liberty, and it was modified by Chief Engraver of the Mint, William Kneass. One of Reichs first tasks was to create new designs for circulating coinage. 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. 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. Compare high points on the cap to recessed areas to confirm both are similar in texture. WebThis wonderfully original 1814 Capped Bust Half Dollar O-104a R.2 has great eye appeal with a nice strike. $245.00. Robert Scot, Chief Engraver and designer of most of the early United States coins, had initially refused an assistant. Bust of Liberty is very smooth, lacking detail to hair and facial features. Web1817 50c Capped Bust Half Dollar R-4 O-108a Major Die Cracks NGC VF30. John Reich designed this capped-head concept of Liberty, and it was modified by Chief Engraver of the Mint, William Kneass. Sent 3 times a week to alert you of new auctions and other important information. Remodeled in 1809, differences are evident in the shape of Liberty's bosom and in the size and angle of the eagle's head. Collecting series by Red Book variety has become much more common in recent years as collectors seek challenging but achievable goals. Give yourself a tour and visit frequently. Mintage numbers of the Capped Bust variety were far higher than the earlier half dollars. 1817 O-102 7 over 4 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Very tough to find. WebE-Mail Newsletter. The bust of Liberty was modified again several times beginning in the 1820s and more obviously so during the early 1830s. These usually make headlines in the numismatic press. The book was written decades ago but has stood the test of time. 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 Reeded Edge Capped Bust half dollars of 1836 to 1839 are among the more conditionally challenging types in the classic U.S. coinage series. History. Great color and surfaces. Reverse: Features Identifying the Fine Grade: A well outlined eagle remains with clear legends. Certified: PCGS AU Details 0-108 R.2, This 1820/19 Bust Half Dollar Curl Base '2' has nice eye appeal and nice strike. Your coin is very popular, intensely studied and values are often greatly higher. The earliest Type was the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, followed by the Draped Bust Half and the Capped Bust Half. WebCoin Value Price Chart for Capped Bust Half Dollars 50C. These half dollars are a bold design and popular with collectors. Nice color and surfaces. 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. A similar design would later be adopted for the dime in 1809, the quarter in 1815, and finally the half dime in 1829. 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. Hair waves down the back of Liberty's neck are lacking inner detail. Three major designs are part of the Bust half dollar series. Beautiful Bust Halves available at Eye Appealing Coins! Coins sent to these services are first authenticated and then graded by a panel of specialists. Grade: Nice VF/XF 0-115 R.1, This wonderfully original 1808/7 Bust Half Dollar CAC Sticker has great eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Use the bookmark tool to save or share it. Check out the selection of Bust Halves at Northeast Numismatics! From One to Seventy originally ran in The Numismatist, official publication of the American Numismatic Association (www.money.org), Enjoy the article? WebCapped Bust halves were recognized as being collectable as long ago as the 1850s. Inner areas of both wings show detail and feather separation. Stock up for the week on local produce, homemade bread, wine, cheese and so much more. Lettered Edge (1807-1836) Content: 89.2% silver 10.8% copper Weight: 13.48 grams 1833 VF25 Capped Bust Half Dollar. Other than these two dates, most of the other dates can be purchased for about $150 each in Very Fine condition. This coin-related article is a stub. Wear has merged parts of her forehead with hair but major curls are well defined. The coin has been very, very lightly cleaned in the past. Elite sets of coins in Mint State grades are pursued by many. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); CoinTrackers.com is an invaluable resource dedicated to helping the coin collector and silver community. Liberty Seated Dollars; Trade Dollars; Morgan Dollars; GSA Dollars; Gold. WebThe Capped Bust coinage of the United States consisted of a half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar. Large waves of hair are all separated and well detailed. Several specialty books have also been produced, with detailed attribution information. 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