1809 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF DETAILS WONDERFUL APPEARANCE
A supremely beautiful appearance on this XF a premium XF grade in our opinion! Capped Bust Half Dollar from the beginning years of the series and also the birthyear of the 16th President of the US, Abraham Lincoln. This coin is a sight to behold for a coin in circulated condition.
We agree with the cleaning assessment by PCGS but this specimen is so attractive it makes for the most appealing collectable from the beginning years of coinage production in our nation. A real prize for the collector! The Capped Bust Half Dollar is a series of United States coins that were minted from 1807 to 1839. This design followed the Draped Bust Half Dollar and is part of the early history of U.
The Capped Bust Half Dollar underwent various modifications during its production, and it features a distinctive design with Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap. Key features of the Capped Bust Half Dollar. The Capped Bust Half Dollar design evolved over its production period. The early years featured the "Large Size" design, followed by the "Reduced Size" design in 1828. The obverse (front) of the coin features a depiction of Liberty facing left, wearing a Phrygian cap.
The cap is adorned with a band inscribed with the word LIBERTY. The design is known for Liberty's bust being capped with a curved cap. The reverse (back) design features an eagle with a shield on its breast, holding an olive branch and arrows. The words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and HALF DOL. (Half Dollar) appear on the reverse.
The design is attributed to John Reich, who succeeded Robert Scot as the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. The Capped Bust Half Dollar is composed of 89.24% silver and 10.76% copper. Mintages for individual years within the Capped Bust Half Dollar series varied.
Some years had limited mintages, contributing to the rarity of certain issues. There are various die varieties within the series, including differences in the size of letters, positioning of elements, and other details. Capped Bust Half Dollars are popular among collectors, particularly those interested in early U. Their historical significance, design appeal, and limited mintages make them desirable in the numismatic community.