coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars \ 1829
The Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollar, produced from 1829 to 1837, is a significant type of collectible coin in U.S. numismatics. Featuring a distinctive design, the obverse showcases a bust of Liberty wearing a capped headpiece, while the reverse displays an eagle with a shield, surrounded by the denomination and the inscription "United States of America." The lettered edge of these coins includes the phrase "FIFTY CENTS" along with other markings, enhancing their uniqueness and appeal to collectors. The 1829 issue in particular is sought after for its historical context and for representing a transitional period in U.S. coinage.
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1829-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1829 | Philadelphia |
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1829-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1829 | Philadelphia |
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1829-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1829 | Philadelphia |
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United States of America 1829 N/A Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 50¢ | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1829 | N/A |
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United States of America 1829 N/A Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 50¢ | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1829 | N/A |