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Obverse Description
Portrait of Liberty facing left with a cap and the word LIBERTY on a ribbon above her brow. 7 stars on the left periphery and 6 stars on the right side represent the original 13 colonies. The date appears centered at the bottom.
Reverse Description
An heraldic eagle holding olive branches and 3 arrows in its claws is surrounded by the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. A ribbon below bears the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. The denomination of 50C is centered below the eagle.
Book Reference
Designer: Christian Gobrecht, modifying John Reich’s design. Weight: 13.36 grams. Composition: .900 silver, .100 copper. Diameter: 30 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mint: Philadelphia.
Key to Collecting: In 1836 relatively few half dollars of this type were made, a number believed to be below 5,000. Then, in 1837, the mintage was an impressive 3,629,820. For type-set purposes, an example of the latter date is the most feasible.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: The striking of this type is usually quite good, but there are exceptions. Points to check include in particular the stars on the obverse and the details of the eagle on the reverse, after which you can check the hair details of Liberty, the lettering on the reverse, and the denticles. It has been my experience that pieces dated 1836, considered to be rarities, are usually quite well struck, but those dated 1837 can be rather casually made. Extensive cherrypicking will be needed.
Proof Coins: Proofs are occasionally encountered of the year 1836 and are quite rare. Authentic Proofs of 1837 exist but for all practical purposes are unobtainable.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6217
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1836
Reverse Designer:
John Reich
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, 50 C.
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
13.36 gr
Weight (oz):
0.4755 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3866 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
30
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Reeded Edge
Coin Date:
1836
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
10–15 Known
Coinage Type:
Capped bust half dollar
Coinage Years:
1836-1839
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
6223
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Coin Value History
1836 50c Reeded Edge PR
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1836 50c Reeded Edge PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$126,000 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $102,000 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1818 50c PR
Worth: $24,000 – $150,000
1820 50c PR
Worth: $60,000 – $72,000
1821 50c PR
Worth: $65,000 – $144,000
1822 50c PR
Worth: $65,000 – $78,000
1823 50c PR
Worth: $75,000 – $90,000
1825 50c PR
Worth: $35,000 – $108,000
1826 50c PR
Worth: $30,000 – $102,000
1827 50c PR
Worth: $40,000 – $312,000
1829 50c PR
Worth: $45,000 – $120,000
1830 50c PR
Worth: $36,000 – $96,000
1831 50c PR
Worth: $60,000 – $102,000
1832 50c Small Letters PR
Worth: $40,000 – $600,000
1833 50c Crushed Lettered Edge PR
Worth: $180,000 – $216,000
1834 50c PR
Worth: $22,000 – $150,000
1834 50c Crushed Lettered Edge PR
Worth: $32,000 – $38,400
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR63 NGC. GR-1, Low R.7 as a proof. ...
$27,614
50C 1836 REEDED EDGE. PCGS PR62
$22,912
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR65 NGC. ...
$49,938
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR64 PCGS. ...
$51,750
$25,300
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR63 NGC. GR-1, Low R.7 as a proof. ...
$25,850
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR62 PCGS. GR-1, Low R.7 as a proof. ...
$24,675
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR65 NGC. ...
$54,625
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR64 NGC. ...
$29,900
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR63 NGC. GR-1. ...
$32,900
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR62 PCGS. On November 8, 1836, Mint Director Robert Maskell Patterson presented ten specimen striking...
$34,500
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR64 NGC. ...
$37,375
$26,450
1836 50C REED EDGE
$24,150
1836 50C Reeded Edge PR63 Cameo PCGS. On November 8, 1836,...
$43,125
1836 50C REED EDGE
$14,375
1836 50C REED EDGE
$23,100
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