How Much Is a 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 50 Cents (Lettered Edge Type) Worth?
A 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 50 Cents (Lettered Edge Type) sells for about $200, based on 7 recent sales.
Sold price guide, updated October 27, 2026
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Recent sales
6 of the 7 completed sales behind this guide.
- $100.99Sold Aug 31
1836 U.S. Capped Bust Half Dollar Coin 90% Silver 50 Cents Coin NICE COIN
- $200Sold Jul 31
1836 50C Capped Bust Half Dollar 50 CENTS
- $152.99Sold Jul 30
CAPPED BUST Half Dollar 50 Cents 1836, XF/AU Details (Cleaned), Better Date
- $229Sold Jul 9
1836 Capped Bust Silver Half Dollar 50 Cents BEADED BORDER ~VF+ IH697
- $375.30Sold Jun 21
50 Cents / ½ Dollar 1836 *Beaded* Capped Bust Half Dollar United States UNC !!
- $239Sold Jun 15
1836 50C Lettered Edge Capped Bust Half Dollar 50 CENTS Beaded Edge on Rev.
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What moves the price
Asking or sold
Listings ask
$140
median asking price
Sales closed at
$200
30% over asking
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 50 Cents (Lettered Edge Type) worth?
A 1836 Capped Bust Half Dollar, 50 Cents (Lettered Edge Type) sells for about $200, based on 7 recent sales.
Is one worth selling?
A typical one sells for $200. After eBay's selling fee that leaves about $172.80, before shipping and what you paid for it.
What is the most one has sold for?
The highest of the 7 recent sales we track was $375.30.
What are sellers asking for one?
Listings ask about $140, 30% below the $200 that sales closed at.
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Based on 7 recent sold listings. Last updated October 27, 2026.
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