1826 Capped Bust Half Dollar. O-104. Rarity-3. MS-64 (PCGS). CAC.Dominant pearl gray patina with splashes of more vivid powder blue, pale gold and champagne-pink iridescence as the surfaces dip into a light. Modestly semi-prooflike in finish, the otherwise frosty surfaces are further enhanced by razor sharp striking detail. Overton-104 may be a relatively obtainable die marriage of the 1826 half dollar issue, but the present near-Gem is rare from a condition standpoint and numbers among the finest examples known to Stephen J. Herrman (Auction & Mail Bid Prices Realized for Bust Half Dollars: 1794-1893, Spring 2019 revision). Sure to catch the eye of advanced early half dollar variety collectors, this beautiful and fully original coin will also appeal to high quality type collectors.Ex Dale Friend Collection.
