The Capped Bust Gold coin, specifically the $2.50 denomination, was minted in the United States from 1808 to 1834. The 1821 edition was produced at the Philadelphia Mint and features a distinctive design characterized by the bust of Liberty with a cap. These coins are made of gold and are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and limited mintage. The $2.50 Capped Bust Gold coins are part of numismatics and are valued based on their condition, rarity, and gold content.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1821 $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Capped Bust Gold 1821 Philadelphia
1821 $2 1/2 BD-1 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Capped Bust Gold 1821 Philadelphia