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Lot # 7 - 1835 Capped Bust Half Dollar
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Start Date/Time: | 21-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 28-Oct-2025 7:06:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$121.00 |
| Highest bidder: | Lensol |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
An iconic piece of early American numismatics, this 1835 Capped Bust half dollar represents the refined engraving style of the U.S. Mint prior to the Coinage Act of 1837. Struck in silver at the Philadelphia Mint, it features the hallmark design of the Capped Bust series—originally by John Reich and later modified by William Kneass. Obverse: Liberty faces left in a Phrygian cap inscribed “LIBERTY,” framed by thirteen stars with the date “1835” below.
Reverse: A heraldic eagle with shield on breast, clutching arrows and an olive branch. Above, a scroll reads “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” encircled by the legend “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and denomination “50 C.”
Edge: Lettered: “FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR.” Specifications: Denomination: Half Dollar Date: 1835 Mint: Philadelphia (no mint mark) Composition: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper Diameter: 32.5 mm (approx. 1.28″) Weight: ~13.48 grams Style Notes:
A sought-after pre-Civil War silver issue, admired for its bold Federal Eagle motif and classic early U.S. engraving. Highly collectible among type and variety specialists.
Auction History
Highest bidder is Lensol
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 28-Oct-2025 7:02:42 PM | $121.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 7:01:57 PM | $116.00 | Peanut16 |
| 28-Oct-2025 6:57:19 PM | $111.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 6:55:48 PM | $106.00 | RSN |
| 28-Oct-2025 6:51:37 PM | $101.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 6:51:37 PM | $100.00 | RSN |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:56:08 PM | $96.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:50 PM | $95.00 | Meydey |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:50 PM | $95.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:28 PM | $92.00 | Meydey |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:28 PM | $91.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:14 PM | $86.00 | Meydey |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:55:14 PM | $85.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:54:53 PM | $80.00 | Meydey |
| 28-Oct-2025 1:54:53 PM | $79.00 | Lensol |
| 28-Oct-2025 5:34:19 AM | $75.00 | Meydey |
| 28-Oct-2025 5:34:19 AM | $74.00 | Casual bidder |
| 27-Oct-2025 12:14:39 PM | $73.00 | Meydey |
| 27-Oct-2025 12:14:39 PM | $72.00 | Fleabyte |
| 23-Oct-2025 7:58:25 PM | $68.00 | Meydey |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:55 PM | $66.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:55 PM | $65.00 | Lensol |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:39 PM | $62.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:39 PM | $61.00 | Lensol |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:02 PM | $56.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:55:02 PM | $55.00 | Lensol |
| 21-Oct-2025 5:04:25 PM | $52.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 3:58:50 PM | $48.00 | Lensol |
| 21-Oct-2025 3:58:36 PM | $47.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 3:58:36 PM | $47.00 | Lensol |
| 21-Oct-2025 2:58:55 PM | $45.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 2:58:55 PM | $44.00 | Jaq |
| 21-Oct-2025 2:58:46 PM | $41.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 2:58:46 PM | $40.00 | Jaq |
| 21-Oct-2025 11:55:29 AM | $37.00 | Fleabyte |
| 21-Oct-2025 10:40:01 AM | $26.00 | Booyaa684 |
| 21-Oct-2025 9:46:37 AM | $12.00 | Peanut16 |
| 21-Oct-2025 9:46:37 AM | $11.00 | Steve |
| 21-Oct-2025 9:46:24 AM | $8.00 | Peanut16 |
| 21-Oct-2025 9:46:24 AM | $7.00 | Steve |
| 21-Oct-2025 9:28:48 AM | $5.00 | Peanut16 |
PAYMENT DETAILS
Placing a bid is an agreement to purchase. If you win, you must pick up your item(s). If you default on your purchase, your bidding privileges will be revoked permanently. Do not bid if you do not plan to purchase.If you bid, you MUST be available/arrange for pick-up of purchases on the pick-up date unless you have made prior shipping arrangements. Bring necessary tools and help for picking up large items. Loading assistance is NOT available. Some items may be located on a 2nd floor, out building.
Invoices are emailed to winning bidders once the sale has completely closed.Full payment must be made by 8:00 p.m. the day after auction closes. If total payment is not received before the pick-up date & time, items will be forfeited, and bidding privileges revoked.
Pick-up information will be on the invoice e-mailed after the auction closes.All items not picked up during the designated times will be considered abandoned and may be donated or resold. When possible, and at our sole discretion, an alternate pick-up time may be arranged. If this is possible, an appropriate fee will be charged.
A 10% Buyer's Premium and Sales Tax are added to the winning bid amount when invoiced. Sales tax is waived for licensed re-sellers.
We make every effort to describe lot items as accurately as possible. Expect normal signs of wear associated with antiques, vintage, and used items. We do not list every flaw. All items are sold AS IS WHERE IS. No refunds or returns. Sound Estate Company does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given may be approximate.
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