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Obverse Description
Liberty is portrayed with a so-called "draped bust," facing right, with her hair tied back with a ribbon. She is flanked by stars on the left and right periphery with the word LIBERTY on top, and the date positioned at the bottom.
Reverse Description
The centerpiece of the reverse is the so-called "heraldic eagle" with wings fully spread and emblazoned with a shield replacing the chest. A ribbon bearing the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM hangs from the beak. The eagles right talon holds bundle of arrows and an olive branch in the right. Above the eagle's head are a group of stars and clouds with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at the top periphery. No denomination is mentioned.
Catalog Information
GSID:
6137
Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1806
Reverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Fineness:
0.89
Weight (gr):
13.48 gr
Weight (oz):
0.4755 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3868 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
32.5
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Lettered
Variety:
Knob 6, Small Stars
Coin Date:
1806
Denomination:
50c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
839,576
Coinage Type:
Draped bust half dollar
Coinage Years:
1801-1807
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
PCGS #:
6075
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1806 50c Knob 6, Small Stars MS
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1806 50c Knob 6, Small Stars MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS63 |
|
$57,500 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $48,000 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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Worth: $950 – $104,400
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Worth: $220 – $175,000
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Worth: $210 – $225,600
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Worth: $240 – $156,000
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Worth: $220 – $50,000
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Worth: $220 – $222,000
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Worth: $36,000 – $126,000
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Worth: $200 – $72,000
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, T-5, R.2, Fine 12 PCGS. Incorrectly designated by PCGS as Small Stars. CDN: $470 Whsl...
$561
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, T-5, R.2, VF20 PCGS. CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF20. ...
$793
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, R.2, VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population: 20 in 25, 48 finer (5/26). CDN: $690 Whsle. Bid for ...
$854
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, O-106, T-4, R.3, VF30 PCGS. CDN: $800 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF30. ...
$1,037
1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar. O-105, T-5. Rarity-2. Knobbed 6, Small Stars. VG Details--Graffiti (PCGS).
$512
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, T-5, R.2, AU55 NGC. ...
$4,148
1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar. O-105, T-5. Rarity-2. Knobbed 6, Small Stars. VF-35 (PCGS).
$1,320
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, O-106, T-4, R.3, XF40 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (0/2)....
$3,120
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, O-107a, T-3, High R.4, Fine 15 PCGS. Ex: Manhattan Collection. PCGS Population: (1/6). NGC Ce...
$528
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, O-107a, T-3, High R.4, AU58 PCGS. CAC....
$9,600
1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar. O-105, T-5. Rarity-2. Knobbed 6, Small Stars. AU-50 (PCGS). CAC.
$2,760
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, VG8 PCGS. PCGS Population: (12/206). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $275 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VG8...
$456
50C 1806 PCGS AU53
$4,230
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$1,279
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$384
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$240
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$258
1806 50C Knob 6, Small Stars, O-106, R.4, MS63 PCGS. CAC. ...
$39,950
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, R.2, Fine 12 PCGS. Incorrectly designated as Small Stars by PCGS....
$552
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, O-105a, T-5, R.2, VF20 NGC. CDN: $670 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF20. Mintage 839,576. ...
$793
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