1809 Capped Bust 50c Birthday Coin

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by Spark1951, Jun 30, 2025 at 3:41 PM.

  1. Spark1951

    Spark1951 Accomplishment, not Activity

    As promised, here is a coin with a big surprise.

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    Full LIBERTY, but few other details left of the bust...G6

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    Lots of detail left on the reverse, calling it F12, for an overall VG8, in my opinion. But here is the surprise:

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    Those vertical lines to the left of the HA on the lettered edge prove it to be the Type " III " and not the normal edge lettered type nor the " XXX " type. I got it from a consignment booth locally and apparently the seller did not know about these different lettered edge types. It boosts the value by about double the normal edge.

    I bought it because it fit my formula: the first of its kind of this type. Let me have it on the chin, it is my birthday, ya know...and I deserve it...LOL. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!!! Cheers!...Spark
     
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  3. Mr.Q

    Mr.Q Well-Known Member

    What a way to celebrate, lucky you. Happy Birthday
     
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  4. Randy Abercrombie

    Randy Abercrombie Supporter! Supporter

    You had it coming, Spark! Nice one!!
     
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