coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars \ 1811 \ Philadelphia
Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars were issued by the United States Mint from 1807 to 1839, featuring a design with a bust of Liberty capped and facing left. The 1811 edition was struck in Philadelphia and is characterized by its distinctive edge lettering, which includes the words "FIFTY CENTS." These coins were a popular form of currency during their time and are highly sought after by collectors today due to their historical significance and aesthetic appeal. The fifty-cent denomination represents a key component of early American coinage.
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1811-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1811 | Philadelphia |