Ep.44 - How to Grade Capped Bust Half Dollars with Owen Seymour #numismatics #coin #coins #silver

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Capped Bust Half Dollars with expert Owen Seymour. Learn about grading, identifying problems, and what makes this series a rewarding challenge for collectors and dealers alike.Key TopicsHistory and significance of Capped Bust Half DollarsGrading fundamentals and key indicatorsCommon problems and how to identify themThe importance of strike quality and patinaTips for collectors and dealersChapters00:00 Introduction to Numismatics and Cabbage Coins Podcast02:14 Fundamentals of Capped Bust Half Dollars02:59 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: Fine 15 Example05:41 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: VF-30 Example07:55 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: XF-45 Example12:33 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: AU-53 Example14:55 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: AU-58 Example19:41 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: MS-62 Example22:15 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: MS-65 Example23:43 Proof Capped Bust Half Dollars25:12 Poorly Struck Capped Bust Half Dollars25:49 Understanding Die Cracks in Coins27:51 Evaluating Coin Grades: The Importance of the Reverse29:54 Identifying Problem Coins: What to Look For32:31 The Dangers of Artificial Toning36:08 Recognizing Whizzed Coins and Their Pitfalls40:00 Terminal Toning: Causes and Consequences43:01 The Impact of Cleaning on Coin Value47:55 Understanding Graffiti on Coins50:38 Final Thoughts on Collecting Capped Bust Half DollarsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: tony@cabbagecoins.comIG: @cabbage_coinsOwen SeymourCo-Owner - Rarity7 Coins and CurrencyIG: @pa_coinsEmail: owen@rarity7.comhttps://www.rarity7.com/PAN ShowMay 28-30, 2026Monroeville PATables: Cabbage Coins - 420Rarity7 Coins - 305 & 307Intro/Outro Music - "Obverse Fields" by Timothy Gryckiewicz