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50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" Reeded edge
| Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) | 13.48 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1836-1837 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Weight | 13.48 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#55101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Eagle with arrows and olive branch in talons
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
50 CENTS
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Coinage Act of 18 January 1837 decreased the standard weight of half dollars from 208 grains (13.48 grams, KM# 58) to 206¼ grains (13.36 grams, KM# 58a). The fineness was increased from .8924 silver (KM# 58) to .900 silver (KM# 58a). The silver content was unchanged. These were the last coins struck to the old standard.Interesting fact
The Capped Bust Half Dollar was designed by Christian Gobrecht, who was the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint at the time. The coin features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse (front) side, and an eagle on the reverse (back) side. The coin was minted from 1836 to 1837, and it was the first half dollar to have a reeded edge, which was designed to prevent counterfeiting.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1836 | 1200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1837 | 3629820 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) 1836-1837 coin.
