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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:
6136
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, Large 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 #:
6074
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1806 50c Knob 6, Large Stars MS
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1806 50c Knob 6, Large Stars MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AU58 |
|
$7,250 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $6,000 | $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: $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: $160 – $48,000
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1806 Knob 6, Small Stars PCGS XF-40 [incorrect label]
$1,416
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population: (10/69). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF2...
$750
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, Fine 12 PCGS. PCGS Population: (9/93). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $320 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS F...
$432
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population: (18/31). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF3...
$1,020
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, VF35 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (12/19). NGC Census: (0/0). VF35. ...
$870
1806 50C VF25 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (21/50). NGC Census: (0/0). ...
$822
1806 50C Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (14/81). NGC Census: (0/0). ...
$494
1806 50C Knobbed 6 -- Mount Removed, Polished -- ANACS. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (2/111). Numismedi...
$164
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars XF45 NGC. O-105a, R.2. ...
$1,840
1806 Draped Bust Half Dollar. VF Details-Improperly Cleaned (NGC).
$431
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars AU53 NGC. O-105, R.2. ...
$3,220
$4,255
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars G6 ICG. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/65). Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin...
$196
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars--Reverse Scratched--NCS. Fair Details. O-105. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/65). ...
$64
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars AU55 PCGS. ...
$6,612
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars XF40 PCGS. O-105a, R.2. ...
$2,364
1806 50C VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/70). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/PCGS coin in VF20: $58...
$646
1806 50C Knobbed 6, Large Stars Fine 12 NGC. O-105a. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (8/90). Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$345
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, VF30 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (19/31). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$4,560
1806 50C Knob 6, Large Stars, VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population: (12/19). NGC Census: (0/0)....
$705
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