1828. O-114. Rarity 3. NGC graded MS-65. Well struck with marvelous original golden and russet toning on both sides. Here it is -- everything desirable wrapped up in a single coin. The present piece is sharply struck on both sides, the very definition of the Capped Bust style minted from 1807 through 1836. Beyond that the piece has luminous silver surfaces with exquisite colors shimmering above. The entire suite is a festival to the eye.
There are sufficient Mint State half dollars of the 1820s and 1830s in existence that finding a choice one rarely pose a challenge, although like as not the offerings tend to be in the 1830s and not as often of earlier dates. However, the aspect of sharp strike, if this is important to you (and for the vast majority of buyers, particularly investors, little attention is paid) the equation changes dramatically and only one coin in several will qualify. Light striking on other coins is apt to include the star centers, the central hair details of Miss Liberty, and flatness or weakness in the ribbon bearing the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. The detail of this piece is marvelous for the variety; the obverse appears perfect, the reverse the same.
Pop 18; 7 finer.
Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,500.
The Frank McCarthy Collection.
Capped Bust Half Dollars
