coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) \ Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars \ 1836 \ Philadelphia
Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars were minted by the United States Mint in Philadelphia from 1836 to 1839. These coins feature an obverse design of Liberty with a capped head and the reverse showcases an eagle with a shield. The "lettered edge" refers to the inscriptions that are engraved on the edge of the coin, a feature intended to deter counterfeiting. The 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and distinctive design.
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1836-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1836 | Philadelphia |
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1836-P (Philadelphia) Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 50¢ (Fifty Cents) | Capped Bust Lettered Edge Half Dollars | 1836 | Philadelphia |