1807-1836
50 CENTS on Reverse 1836-1837
HALF DOL. on Reverse 1838-1839
Capped Bust Half Dollars have two varieties of edges. From 1807-1836 the edge of the coin is a lettered edge and in 1836-1839 the coin has a reeded edge. Find the best strike you can for Capped Bust Half Dollar Value is higher compared to weak strike same grade. On obverse, compare hair details to find good strike. On the reverse, ,compare motto and the eagle head and feathers. The are many die varieties to collect. Key dates of Capped Bust Half Dollars are 1812 2 over 1 Large 8, 1815 5 over 2, 1817 7 over 4, 1830 Large Letters, 1838-O.
Year & Mint | Mintage | Proof Mintage |
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1807 | 750,500 | 0 |
1808 | 1,368,600 | 0 |
1809 | 1,405,810 | 0 |
1810 | 1,276,276 | 0 |
1811 | 1,203,644 | 0 |
1812 | 1,628,059 | 0 |
1813 | 1,241,903 | 0 |
1814 | 1,039,075 | 0 |
1815 | 47,150 | 0 |
1817 | 1,215,567 | Rumored to exist |
1818 | 1,960,322 | Rumored to exist |
1819 | 2,208,000 | Rumored to exist |
1820 | 751,122 | est. 5 |
1821 | 1,305,797 | est. 5 |
1822 | 1,559,573 | est. 5 |
1823 | 1,694,200 | est. 5 |
1824 | 3,504,954 | est. 5 |
1825 | 2,943,166 | est. 10 |
1826 | 4,004,180 | est. 10 |
1827 | 5,493,400 | est. 10 |
1828 | 3,075,200 | est. 10 |
1829 | 3,712,156 | est. 10 |
1830 | 4,764,800 | est. 10 |
1831 | 5,873,660 | est. 10 |
1832 | 4,797,000 | est. 10 |
1833 | 5,206,000 | est. 10 |
1834 | 6,412,004 | est. 10 |
1835 | 5,352,006 | est. 10 |
1836 | 6,545,000 | est. 15 |
1836 | 1,200 | est. 20 |
1837 | 3,629,820 | est. 10 |
1838 | 3,546,000 | est. 5 |
1838-O | 0 | est. 20 |
1839 | 1,392,976 | est. 10 |
1839-O | 178,976 | est. 10 |
FAQs
The are many die varieties to collect. Key dates of Capped Bust Half Dollars are 1812 2 over 1 Large 8, 1815 5 over 2, 1817 7 over 4, 1830 Large Letters, 1838-O.
What is a capped bust half dollar? ›
In 1807, John Reich's Capped Bust design replaced the earlier Draped Bust motif, on the half dollar, and over the next eight years, that design would be adopted on the dime and quarter as well. The half dime would have to wait until 1829 when production would resume for that denomination.
How much is a 1826 capped bust half dollar worth? ›
1826 Capped Bust Half Dollar Value
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of September 2024, a Capped Bust Half Dollar from 1826 in circulated condition is worth between $70 and $950. However, on the open market 1826 Half Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $42500.
What is the mintage of a 1806 draped bust half dollar? ›
The highest mintage occurred with the 1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar at 839,576.
How much is a 1817 Capped Bust half dollar worth? ›
1817 Capped Bust Half Dollars
Capped Bust Half Dollars | Value Range |
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Capped Bust Half Dollars | Value Range |
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1817 50c O-113 MS | $78.00 - $41,800 $78.00 - $41,800 |
1817 50c O-113a MS | $78.00 - $41,800 $78.00 - $41,800 |
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How much is a 1836 Capped Bust half dollar worth? ›
1836 Capped Bust Half Dollars
Capped Bust Half Dollars | Value Range |
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Capped Bust Half Dollars | Value Range |
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1836 50c Lettered Edge, O-119 MS | $62.00 - $25,200 $62.00 - $25,200 |
1836 50c Lettered Edge, O-123 MS | $62.00 - $25,200 $62.00 - $25,200 |
1836 50c Lettered Edge, Beaded Reverse MS | $51.00 - $60,000 $51.00 - $60,000 |
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What does capped mean in coins? ›
A Capped Die happens when a coin sticks to the hammer die and, if it remains on the die long enough, will spread around the outside of the die. The struck coin is a “brockage” strike. The coin that adhered to the upper die is known as a die cap.
How much is a 1897 Morgan dollar worth? ›
1897 Morgan Dollar Value
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of September 2024, a Morgan Dollar from 1897 in circulated condition is worth between $40 and $63.
Are Capped Bust dimes silver? ›
It proved to be a popular design and lasted from 1807 to 1839 on the half dollar, 1815 to 1838 on the quarter, 1809 to 1837 on the dime, and 1829 to 1837 on the half dime. All four of these coin were struck in 89.2% silver and 10.8% copper.
What Kennedy Half Dollars are worth more than 50 cents? ›
The most valuable Kennedy Half Dollars include the 1964 SMS (Special Mint Set) coin, which can be worth thousands of dollars, and the 1964-D Doubled Die Obverse variety. Other valuable examples are the 1970-D, 1998-S Matte Proof, and the 1964 Proof coins.
The 2000-D Kennedy Half Dollar is one of the tougher issues from the 1990's and after. Most issues from 1990 and after have examples grading MS68 grade or higher. However, for the 2000-D there are less than 100 examples known in MS67 with none being finer.
Why are Kennedy Half Dollars worth so much? ›
Factors Influencing Coin Value
The base value of a 1964 Kennedy half dollar comes from its precious metal content. Remember: 1964 was the last year that the U.S. Mint released circulation coins with . 90 pure silver bullion.
Where is the mint mark on a capped bust half dollar? ›
In a seeming show of pride, the mintmark was displayed above the date on the obverse. The type set collector will probably seek an example of the 1838 or 1839 Philadelphia issue, each of which boasted a mintage of over 1 million pieces.
What mintage is considered rare? ›
Mintages can range from as low as 10 to 65,000 or more — and once those coins have been sold, the mint will not produce any more. The lower the mintage, the more rare and collectible the coin.
How can you tell if a coin is mintage? ›
Finding mintage figures can be difficult, but the original mint is usually a good place to start. Visiting the product page they will typically list within the specifications either the mintage figures, or the issue limit, depending on what is currently publicly available.
What are the key dates for the bust half dimes? ›
- Half Dime (1792)
- Flowing Hair (1794–1795)
- Draped Bust (1796–1805)
- Capped Bust (1829–1837)
- Seated Liberty (1837–1873)
- See also.
- References.
- Further reading.
What years to look for in half dollars? ›
Rare Half Dollar Coins to Search For
- 1796-1797 Draped Bust Half Dollar. ...
- 1916-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar. ...
- 1838-O Capped Bust Half Dollar. ...
- 1878-S Seated Liberty Half Dollar. ...
- 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollar - Doubled Die Obverse. ...
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