The Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars, minted from 1807 to 1839, are a series of fifty-cent coins featuring a design by artist John Reich. The obverse showcases a bust of Liberty wearing a capped headband, while the reverse displays an eagle with a shield and the denomination. The specific 1830 coin is part of a series that marked the transition to more sophisticated minting techniques, including the addition of a lettered edge, which enhances counterfeiting resistance. These coins are collectible due to their historical significance, artistic design, and relatively low mintage compared to other types.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1830-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 1830 Philadelphia
1830-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 50¢ (Fifty Cents) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars 1830 Philadelphia