coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars \ 1834
Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars, minted in 1834, are a notable series in U.S. coinage featuring the Capped Bust design by engraver John Reich. These coins have a distinctive obverse depicting a profile of Liberty with a "capped" hairstyle, while the reverse features an eagle with a shield. The term "Lettered Edge" refers to the inscription on the edge of the coin, which contains the phrase "FIFTY CENTS" along with the year of minting. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance, rarity, and the craftsmanship reflected in their design.
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1834-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1834 | Philadelphia |
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1834-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1834 | Philadelphia |