1838 50C Capped Bust Half Dollar, Reeded Edge PCGS MS-65 CAC

CAC. The 1838 Reeded Edge Capped Bust Half Dollar marks the final chapter of the long-running Capped Bust series, introducing the new reeded edge before the Seated Liberty design replaced it the following year. While the issue is collectible in most grades, Gem-quality survivors are remarkably elusive, making this PCGS MS-65 CAC example a true Condition Rarity. It is an outstanding candidate for a PCGS Registry Set, combining exceptional preservation with outstanding eye appeal.

Its visual presentation is especially memorable. The obverse is adorned with beautiful concentric rings of vibrant rainbow toning that frame Liberty with remarkable symmetry, while the reverse is blanketed in equally stunning color that enhances every design element. Rich luster radiates beneath the original patina, creating the kind of appearance that immediately distinguishes this coin from more typical examples.

Certified by PCGS in MS-65 and approved by CAC, this piece ranks among the finest known. PCGS has graded only 11 examples in MS65, with just 7 finer. CAC has approved only 6 coins in MS65, with a mere 2 finer. With elite condition, exceptional originality, and unforgettable color, this 1838 Reeded Edge Half Dollar stands among the most desirable representatives of this historic transitional issue.