coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Capped Bust Half Dime \ 1803 \ Philadelphia
The Capped Bust Half Dime is a silver coin produced by the United States Mint from 1829 to 1837, recognized for its distinctive design featuring a portrait of Liberty wearing a cap. The coin in question from 1803, while not fitting the Capped Bust design, refers to earlier half dimes, which also featured various designs. The half dime was valued at five cents and was minted in Philadelphia, serving as a low denomination for everyday transactions in the early 19th century. Collectors prize these coins for their historical significance and artistic design.
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1803-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Half Dime | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Capped Bust Half Dime | 1803 | Philadelphia |