Whitman Expo
1838-O Half Dollar PR BM CAM Values
Details
From a mintage of 20 coins struck in proof format, an estimated 10 are known to survive today. Cameo surfaces.
This coin is made of 90% silver; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $33.61
Obverse: 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: 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.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
New Orleans
Mintage:
10 known
Coinage Type:
Capped bust half dollar
Coinage Years:
1836-1839
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Mint Mark:
O
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
13.36 gr
Weight:
0.4755 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3866 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
30 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
John Reich
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1838, O
Obverse Designer:
John Reich
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, 50 C.
Reverse Designer:
John Reich
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