1836 Capped Bust Half Dime
Base
About This Coin
The 1836 Capped Bust Half Dime is a United States dime from the Capped Bust Half Dimes 1829-1837 series — a late issue, 8th of 9 years in the series. In 1836, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 3.8 million. This represents the highest annual mintage in the entire series, above the series median of 1.4 million. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a mob cap or turban and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM. Small 5C and Large 5C reverse varieties. The series was nearing its end. Struck in 89.2% silver, 10.8% copper, weighing 1.35 grams, 15.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Across its variants, estimated values range from $125 to $1.6K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $58K in PR66 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by William Kneass.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — range across all strike types, reflecting typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(3)
1836 Capped Bust Half Dime - Large 5C
1836 Capped Bust Half Dime - Small 5C
1836 Proof Capped Bust Half Dime
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