1819 Capped Bust Half Dollar (50c)

This CAC-approved AU50 is a solid representative of this early American half dollar. The surfaces display attractive original gray toning with hints of blue and gold, particularly around the peripheries. Despite the wear consistent with the AU50 grade, the coin retains sharp detail in Liberty's hair curls and the eagle's feathers. The eye appeal is excellent - clean fields show minimal contact marks, and the overall preservation is impressive for a coin that saw light circulation over two centuries ago.

The 1819 Capped Bust Half Dollar represents the second year of this design type and falls comfortably within the common date category for the series. With a mintage of 2,208,000 pieces, examples are readily available to collectors, though finding problem-free AU examples with original surfaces like this one is becoming increasingly challenging as the collector base continues to grow.