1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar - Single Leaf Below Wing O-106a
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
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$5,520 • AU58+ • 08-18-2024 • Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar - Single Leaf Below Wing O-106a is part of the Capped Bust Half Dollars 1807-1839 series. The U.S. Mint produced 1.2 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only 25% of total production. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a mob cap or turban, designed by John Reich who worked as an indentured servant at the Mint and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM within a motto scroll. Struck during a period of national unity and westward expansion following the War of 1812, as the U.S. grew in confidence and territory. Estimated market value ranges from $178 to $5.6K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 89.2% silver, 10.8% copper, weighing 13.5 grams, 32.5 mm in diameter, with a lettered: fifty cents or half a dollar edge. Cataloged as PCGS #39516.
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