1808 Capped Bust Half Dollar. O-109a. Rarity-3. MS-61 (PCGS). CAC. OGH.A wonderfully original coin with technical quality and eye appeal that are far superior to what one might expect at the MS-61 grade level. Warmly patinated in soft pearl gray, the centers are ringed in vivid multicolored iridescence that includes cobalt blue, antique gold, reddish apricot and salmon pink. Satin to softly frosted luster also adorns both sides, the surfaces exceptionally smooth in hand with no detracting blemishes. Razor sharp striking detail to the focal features rounds out an impressive list of attributes for this uncommonly well preserved and attractive early date Capped Bust half dollar.From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. Earlier ex Sheridan Downeys Mail Bid Sale #4, April 1991, lot 216.
