The latest Capped Bust Half Dime. This is the 1829 LM-4, Rarity 3 in PCGS MS-63. My photo first, PCGS TrueView next. Regardless of photos, a pretty handsome coin, if I do say so myself. An upgrade to the AU-50 that was already in the collection.
My only US half dollar. I am super bummed about the tarnish marks, considering it would be in relatively good shape otherwise. It's not rare or worth much by any means, but after the scores and scores of Canadian fifty cent pieces I've had(my dad bought them in scores), it's definitely cool to find one from the States.
Tarnish marks happen, and toned coins can be cool. I could have gotten a blast white Kennedy if I wanted, but sometimes character can make an otherwise somewhat common design really stand out. Some people might look at this one and like it. Some might hate it. But I'm glad I got it. And since it's my latest acquisition it fits. And no, it's not a proof coin, but that portrait is frosty as hell. I hope you guys like it a little....