coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars \ 1820 \ Philadelphia
Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars are a type of collectible coin minted in the United States from 1807 to 1839, with particular examples such as the 1820 issue being produced in Philadelphia. These coins feature a distinctive Capped Bust design on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. The term "lettered edge" refers to the engraved inscriptions along the edge of the coin, which typically include the phrase "FIFTY CENTS" and other markings, providing both an aesthetic and anti-counterfeit function. The 1820 Capped Bust Half Dollar is sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and unique design elements.
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1820-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1820 | Philadelphia |
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1820-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1820 | Philadelphia |