1809 Capped Bust Half Dollar. O-111a. Rarity-2. IIII Edge. MS-61 (PCGS).，The full satin luster, sharply rendered devices and smooth appearance provide superior quality for the assigned grade. Mottled peripheral toning frames brilliant centers enhancing this coins eye appeal. According to the Autumn 2017 revision to Stephen J. Herrmans <em>Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars: 1794-1839</em>, the finest known examples of the 1809 O-111a die state grade AU-58. Off the market for decades, this newcomer to the Condition Census and sole Mint State coin known is sure to appeal to astute half dollar variety enthusiasts.，From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Earlier from our (Stacks) Nate Smith Collection sale, March 1973, lot 828. Lot tag included.，
