USA 50 cents Capped Bust Half Dollar 1832
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Common
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 50 cents |
| Krause number | KM# 37 |
| Mintage | 4,797,000 |
| Metal | Silver 0.893 |
| thickness | 1.7 mm |
| diameter | 32.5 mm |
| weight | 13.48 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Creators:
John Reich
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Coat of arms
Flags
Creators:
John Reich
50 C.
E PLURIBUS UNUM
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
This high-mintage issue is plentiful in the lesser grades of Mint State, but enough gems are known to satisfy advanced collectors. Typical of half dollars dated 1830-33, many are poorly struck from rather tired dies, and a bit of searching may be required to secure a sharp coin. A more youthful bust of Liberty was transitioned during this year, with obverse dies known for both subtypes. These are not sought by general collectors, and they do not appear in popular catalogs. The only varieties sought by non-specialists are the Large Letters and Small Letters reverses. The former appear on only one reverse die (O-101), and this developed a progressive die break connecting the eagle's right wing with the olive leaves below it. This variety is common enough that it commands little or no premium, and the only significant rarity for this date is a Small Letters variety, O-123. This is believed to have been solely for coining proofs. Varieties O-109 and O-117 are scarce enough to command a premium among variety specialists.Read More
