Photo Denom Date Grade TPG Variety GFRC Rating Price Description Buy
Capped Bust 50C 1836 Capped Bust 50C 1836
Reeded Edge 		EF45 PCGS
33708104
Choice SOLD
$4150 		Reeded Edge "50 Cents" Design Key Date, Thick Crusty Gray Patina, Choice Surfaces, White Pine Collection. 1836 brought a transition year for the U.S. Mint. Branch mints were authorized in 1835 leading to much planning and construction coordination. Steam pressed were introduced and Christian Gobrecht became the Second Engraver after Kneass suffered a stroke. The half dollar design was modified for better strikings with the new steam press equipment. Only 5,000 Reeded halves dated 1836 were struck due to problems with the steam press installation and first strikings taking place in November of that year. Many of the 1836 dated pieces have survived to the present day but locating choice examples is very challenging. The White Pine Collection is releasing a fully choice example with thick crusty gray patina. Pristine fields are seen duirng a 10x inspection with unabraded surfaces. This piece presents a trade-off of limited eye appeal due to the crusted surfaces but is fully choice original. I am not aware of the White Pine consignor submitting this piece to CAC for approval. If CAC approved, this is a $5000 coin. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. December 1969