Product Details Capped Bust Half Dollar Reeded Edge (1836 - 1839) – With the introduction of the steam press at the Mint in the mid-1830’s, newly appointed “second '' engraver Christian Gobrecht reinterpreted Gilbert Scot’s Capped Bust design. His rendition features smaller obverse stars and a simpler reverse with the removal of the ribbon bearing E PLURIBUS UNUM. All coins previous to this were struck on a screw press using man-power or horses to generate the force to strike the coins. The early presses allowed planchets to spread out, but the newer steam presses required the use of collared die to hold the planchet in place while striking. This act would obliterate the edge lettering thus all newer coins were produced with plain or reeded edges imparted from the collars. Despite being a limitation of the steam presses, the reeded edge coins are representative of an improving Mint facilities. Gobrecht’s Capped Bust version was only struck for three years.
Coin Features:
NGC graded AU55
Known as a Capped Bust Half Dollar
Obverse: Bust of Liberty Wearing a Phrygian Cap Facing Left
Reverse: 3/4 Facing Heraldic Eagle Bearing Arrows and an Olive Branch
This is an NGC graded coin. You will receive the coin pictured. You are purchasing a 1837 Capped Bust Half Dollar in an NGC holder graded AU55. This is an excellent coin to add to your collection.
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