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

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Podcast: [The Cabbage Coins Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-cabbage-coins-podcast-7416085)
Published: 2026-05-27T09:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://cabbagecoins.transistor.fm/44
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Duration seconds: 3142

## Resource

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 Topics History and significance of Capped Bust Half Dollars Grading fundamentals and key indicators Common problems and how to identify them The importance of strike quality and patina Tips for collectors and dealers Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Numismatics and Cabbage Coins Podcast 02:14 Fundamentals of Capped Bust Half Dollars 02:59 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: Fine 15 Example 05:41 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: VF-30 Example 07:55 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: XF-45 Example 12:33 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: AU-53 Example 14:55 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: AU-58 Example 19:41 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: MS-62 Example 22:15 Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars: MS-65 Example 23:43 Proof Capped Bust Half Dollars 25:12 Poorly Struck Capped Bust Half Dollars 25:49 Understanding Die Cracks in Coins 27:51 Evaluating Coin Grades: The Importance of the Reverse 29:54 Identifying Problem Coins: What to Look For 32:31 The Dangers of Artificial Toning 36:08 Recognizing Whizzed Coins and Their Pitfalls 40:00 Terminal Toning: Causes and Consequences 43:01 The Impact of Cleaning on Coin Value 47:55 Understanding Graffiti on Coins 50:38 Final Thoughts on Collecting Capped Bust Half Dollars Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins: https://cabbagecoins.com/ Email: tony@cabbagecoins.com IG: @cabbage_coins Owen Seymour Co-Owner - Rarity7 Coins and Currency IG: @pa_coins Email: owen@rarity7.com https://www.rarity7.com/ PAN Show May 28-30, 2026 Monroeville PA Tables: Cabbage Coins - 420 Rarity7 Coins - 305 & 307 Intro/Outro Music - "Obv…

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