USA ½ dollar Capped Bust Half Dollar 1838
USA, Philadelphia


Attributes of Coins
Region | USA |
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Denomination | ½ dollar |
Krause number | KM# 65 |
Metal | Silver 0.900 |
thickness | 2.1 mm |
diameter | 30 mm |
weight | 13.36 g |
Obverse:

Liberty
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
LIBERTY
Reverse:

Bird
Coat of arms
Flags
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
HALF DOL.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
Jeff Garrett:This issue is another great US classic and is highly desirable. The reported mintage figure for the issue is 20 examples, but none were struck for general circulation. Interestingly several examples are known that have been circulated to various degrees. Choice examples have sold for over $500,000 in recent years.
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