Half Dollars

1823 Capped Bust Half Dollar

PCGS AU53 · CAC
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Date
1823
Type
Capped Bust Half Dollar
Grading Co.
PCGS
CAC
Green Approved
Certification
CAC Verification

Wear & Strike Notes

Toned Capped Bust Half Dollar. Comes with a cool little flip.

About This Coin

John Reich’s Capped Bust half dollar, introduced in 1807, represents the workhorse denomination of early American commerce. During an era when silver dollars were suspended from production, these hefty coins did the heavy lifting of the nation's economy, serving as bank reserves and facilitating major trade.

This 1823 example comes from a period of hand-crafted die production at the Philadelphia Mint, resulting in dozens of charming die varieties. Graded AU53 by PCGS and bearing a green CAC sticker, this toned specimen retains the sharp design detail and high-relief presence that defines the series, showing only light wear on the high points.

An About Uncirculated Bust half with CAC approval represents an ideal acquisition for the classic numismatist. It offers the historical weight of the early republic in a highly preserved, original state, making it a quiet anchor for any serious cabinet.

Series History & Details

Early half dollars, particularly the Draped Bust and Capped Bust series (1794–1839), represent the foundation of early American commerce. Struck using hand-engraved dies, they are rich in die varieties and historical charm, capturing the spirit of the young American Republic.
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