Lot 937
1821 Capped Bust Half Dollar. NGC graded MS-61 Prooflike Overton-102, R-2. A superior looking example whose display of golden to russet-gray seems to amplify the central devices with their vivid display of frosted contrast on both sides. Much bolder than later dates in the series, with the reverse especially magnificent in showing all the intricate feathers on the eagle's neck, wings and legs, as well as full feet and claws. Identifiable by a small mark in the field before the face. Pop 1; 2 in 63PL; 2 in 64P.
Die characteristics: ME joined at top and there are small lumps in the field below I in UNITED. This is the same reverse used in 1820, O-106.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500.
Ex: David Queller Auction.
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