{"product_id":"us-6318-1811-small-8-usa-half-dollar-extra-fine-ef-40","title":"1811 Small 8 USA Half Dollar Extra Fine (EF40) $","description":"1811 Small 8 USA Half Dollar Extra Fine (EF-40) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Capped Bust half dollar is a historic silver coin minted by the United States from 1807 to 1839. Designed by John Reich, the coin features the profile of Lady Liberty with a flowing cap on the obverse, symbolizing freedom and independence, while the reverse showcases an eagle with a shield, arrows, and an olive branch, representing strength and peace. This half dollar went through minor design variations, with a reeded edge introduced in 1836 to prevent counterfeiting. Known for its detailed and elegant design, the Capped Bust half dollar is a favorite among collectors and numismatists, symbolizing early American artistry and the growth of the young nation’s coinage system. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eObverse: The bust of Liberty, facing left and wearing a cap (referred to as a Phrygian or Freedom cap), with seven stars to the left and six to the right representing the original thirteen states in the Union, with the date below. \u003cbr\u003eReverse: An American bald eagle with wings spread, holding a bundle of arrows and an olive branch in its claws, with legend around, and denomination below.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications: \u003cbr\u003eEngraver: John Reich \u003cbr\u003eComposition: 0.8924 silver, 0.1076 copper \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 13.48 g \u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 32.5 mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge: Lettered \u003cbr\u003eDie Axis: ↑↓ \u003cbr\u003eMint: United States Mint of Philadelphia, United States \u003cbr\u003eMintage: 1,203,644","brand":"Colonial Acres Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50559657214241,"sku":"US-6318","price":633.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/1744\/7457\/files\/US-6318.jpg?v=1731614106","url":"https:\/\/www.colonialacres.com\/products\/us-6318-1811-small-8-usa-half-dollar-extra-fine-ef-40","provider":"Colonial Acres Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}