50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge)
United States · 1836–1837 · Silver
0.3868 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1836–1837 |
| Denomination | 50 Cents |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Gross weight | 13.48 g |
| Fineness | 89.2% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.3868 ozt (12.03 g) |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Liberty cap head left, 13 stars around
Reverse
Eagle with arrows and olive branch in talons
About this coin’s value
The 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) contains 0.3868 troy ounces of silver (89.2% fine, 13.48 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Silver Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in how to calculate silver melt value, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge)?
Each 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) contains about 0.3868 troy ounces of pure silver — its 13.48 g gross weight at 89.2% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.3868 troy oz × the current silver spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) minted?
The 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) was issued 1836–1837.
Who designed the 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge)?
The 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge) was designed by Christian Gobrecht.
How big is a 50 Cents "Capped Bust Half Dollar" (Reeded edge)?
It weighs 13.48 g and measures 30 mm across (silver (.8924) (.1076 copper)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.