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1838 USA Half Dollar VF-EF (VF-30) $
1838 USA Half Dollar VF-EF (VF-30) $
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1838 USA Half Dollar VF-EF (VF-30)
The 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.
Obverse: 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.
Reverse: 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.
Specifications:
Engraver: Christian Gobrecht
Composition: 0.900 silver, 0.100 copper
Weight: 13.36 g
Diameter: 30 mm
Edge: Reeded
Die Axis: ↑↓
Mint: United States Mint of Philadelphia, United States
Mintage: 3,546,000
The 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.
Obverse: 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.
Reverse: 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.
Specifications:
Engraver: Christian Gobrecht
Composition: 0.900 silver, 0.100 copper
Weight: 13.36 g
Diameter: 30 mm
Edge: Reeded
Die Axis: ↑↓
Mint: United States Mint of Philadelphia, United States
Mintage: 3,546,000
