1830 Bust Half Dollar AU (Small 0)
Numismatic
1830 Bust Half Dollar AU (Small 0)
The 1830 Bust Half Dollar represents a fascinating era of early American silver coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin features a design by John Reich that captures the artistic spirit of the young republic. Minted with a silver purity of 0.8924, each coin contains 0.3868 troy ounces of precious metal. This particular specimen is preserved in Almost Uncirculated condition, showing remarkable detail from its original production run of 4,764,800 pieces. The obverse of the coin displays a left-facing profile of Lady Liberty wearing a cap inscribed with the word LIBERTY. On the reverse, a detailed eagle is depicted with a shield across its chest, clutching an olive branch and a bundle of arrows in its talons. The reverse design also features the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, celebrating the unity of the nation during a formative period in United States history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1830 |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.3868 troy oz |
| Purity | .8924 |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
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