Good find or not? 1837 capped bust

Okay, I found this 1837 at the local WBG shop. I was wondering what the general opinion would be, thanks.

 

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Not enough info to tell....at 50 bucks it's a good find; at 500 bucks it isn't. Somewhere in between? Maybe.

 

$50

 

Possibly cleaned?

 

I have to wonder what process would completely wear away the reverse rim while leaving the shield almost as-struck. Something really funky going on here.

 

I had the same question in my mind's eye. Here is a basic grading chart showing examples: http://coinauctionshelp.com/capped_bust_reeded_edge_grading.html#.WIYymbm208A

 

Could it have been a jewelry piece, or something like a belt buckle?

 

What did you pay for it?

 

is the edge reeded or lettered?

The coin looks fake to me

 

In 1837 they made only reeded edge.

 

Yeah, it has a reeded edge and it weighs 13.2 grams.

 

The bust doesn't look right to me. The face looks off.

 

The reeded edge bust halves from 1836--1839 had a different bust design than the lettered edge coins. This one looks right.

 

Better pics

 

can you post a picture of the reeded edge?

 

VF overall but with a AG reverse edge.

 

I guess it looks genuine. Value is a different thing. I have no clue because I don't know the market for these pieces.

 

I don't usually buy capped bust because the the ones I normally see are almost worn smooth, but this one had enough detail left I couldn't pass it up for $50. Thanks to all for your comments, I appreciate it.

 

I think everyone should own one if they can