1827 Capped Bust Half Dollar O-134 Square Base 2

John Reich’s Capped Bust design represents the workhorse era of early American silver. These half dollars were the backbone of domestic commerce, individually struck on hand-turned screw presses with lettered edges.

The 1827 issue features the distinct Square Base 2 variety, classified here as the Overton-134 die marriage. For the specialist, these subtle die variations represent the charm of early federal minting, where every working die carried its own unique hand-engraved signature.

At the About Uncirculated 55 grade, this PCGS-certified specimen offers the ideal balance of original detail and light, honest wear. It represents a coin that escaped heavy circulation, preserving Reich's engraving for a collector who appreciates the artistry of early American coinage.