My first Capped Bust Half ... I finally took the plunge

baddogss · April 19, 2015 9:21AM

I've always liked the Capped Bust half dollar design and history.
So, I thought having one would be a nice addition to my overall collection.

This seemed like a nice start, so I purchased this one earlier this year.
Wanted the first year of issue for this variety to start out with.
Looking forward to adding another date down the road. Enjoy ...

iPhone pictures taken by hand, I can post the grade and full slab later.

See post #14 below, for obverse slab and grade.
Thanks for all of the great post and information.

>>>>>>>>>>> UPDATE 02/18/2020

hchcoin · April 19, 2015 9:43AM

Nice coin, nice color, nice date. Be careful, these things are addictive.

stman · April 19, 2015 9:48AM

You picked a tougher variety for your first. It's the small stars.

nankraut · April 19, 2015 9:48AM

Nice one; and I wholeheartedly agree with what hchcoin says. I got hooked on these big old coins a couple years ago. I've finally finished a complete date set. Now, I'm starting to get interested in Overton varieties. I'll probably be in Heaven before I get them all. In the meantime, I'm sure enjoying the search.

stman · April 19, 2015 9:55AM

If you're interested, here is a thread I did years ago on the 1807 CBH. 1807 CBH

baddogss · April 19, 2015 10:13AM

<< <i>If you're interested, here is a thread I did years ago on the 1807 CBH. 1807 CBH >>

Thank you for the information.

keyman64 · April 19, 2015 10:13AM

Congrats!

LanLord · April 19, 2015 10:47AM

Those snaky necked eagles from 07 and 08 are so cool.

Gotta love em.

mozin · April 19, 2015 10:57AM

Nice start on collecting the Busties. 1808 should be easier to find. The 1808/7 would be the most interesting marriage.

Stuart · April 19, 2015 1:01PM

Congratulations on taking the plunge into Bust Half-dom!!

As others have already noted, this addiction can become habit forming...

oih82w8 · April 19, 2015 9:59PM

Whoa, you jumped into the deep end for starters...you are doomed...it only gets worse in the addiction! Have fun!

coinlieutenant · April 20, 2015 12:17AM

Welcome to the jungle.

asheland · April 20, 2015 12:42AM

baddogss · April 20, 2015 4:32AM

Grade and obverse in slab. I really appreciate all of the comments and information shared.
I look forward to learning more about the series and many new coins.

johnny9434 · April 20, 2015 4:49AM

nice score and yes, do be careful cause it is very addictive.

jayPem · April 20, 2015 10:54AM

1807...what a cool year for a first CBH !
You should try to acquire the rest of your set in chronological order, just for fun

lkeigwin · April 20, 2015 11:47AM

Wonderful! I love that you started with an 1807. Most folks who test the CBH water start with an 1830's coin...nothing significant, something cheap...a safe, no daring example. The early CBH's are the treasure. WTG!
Lance.

baddogss · May 27, 2015 11:59AM

Well, I was teased and tempted by her baby sister in the series.
I thought a first year of issue would be nice.

Thanks to everyone for all of the comments and knowledge you share.
These things are amazing coins. Not necessarily my coins (or images), but the series.

BigAl · May 27, 2015 2:46PM

1807 capped is an underrated date, nice pickup and great start - eventually you will trade up for the 07 bearded variety

astrorat · May 27, 2015 8:41PM

Wonderful! Now only 449 die marriages left!

Nice first CBH!

Treashunt · May 27, 2015 9:21PM

<< <i>Wonderful! Now only 449 die marriages left!

Nice first CBH! >>

funny.

good luck

baddogss · February 18, 2020 7:54AM

Well almost five years latter and I'm still at it and having fun.
I'm trying to put together the date set in circulated grades below AU.

I finally purchased the key date fairly early in the pursuit.
Not as the only coin left to get, like my Lincoln set, missing that darn 1909 S VDB.
I will fill that hole one day.

The pictures below are of my CBH purchases over the last year or so.
I picked up the 1815/2 just last month.

My set https://pcgs.com/setregistry/alltimeset/149845

ricko · February 18, 2020 9:34AM

Very nice... you have come a long way.... In a really nice series too.... Best of luck as you continue. Cheers, RickO

JBN · February 18, 2020 12:49PM

Nice collection. Here are your images from your gold shield holders:

baddogss · February 18, 2020 1:38PM

@JBN said:
Nice collection. Here are your images from your gold shield holders:

Thanks for the help!

BustDMs · February 18, 2020 4:40PM

@baddogss said
Thanks for the help!

Hey baddogs, are you a member of JRCS, The John Reich Collectors Society yet?

We study the silver and gold coins prior to the Liberty Seated design. I think you would enjoy our journal.

If you, or anyone else reading this would like a sample journal feel free to PM me and I will send you one.

You can also visit JRCS.org to learn more about our organization.

Brad

baddogss · February 18, 2020 7:52PM

@BustDMs said:

@baddogss said
Thanks for the help!

Hey baddogs, are you a member of JRCS, The John Reich Collectors Society yet?

We study the silver and gold coins prior to the Liberty Seated design. I think you would enjoy our journal.

If you, or anyone else reading this would like a sample journal feel free to PM me and I will send you one.

You can also visit JRCS.org to learn more about our organization.

Brad

Not a member, please send a sample newsletter at your convenience.
PM sent.

Bob

alefzero · February 19, 2020 1:20AM

I know myself too well to buy a CBH. One would turn into thousand within a few years.

calgolddiver · February 19, 2020 6:33AM

very nice !!!!

OKbustchaser · February 19, 2020 6:51AM

@alefzero said:
I know myself too well to buy a CBH. One would turn into thousand within a few years.

It's been known to happen. Bust fever is REAL!

My first Capped Bust Half ... I finally took the plunge

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