Composition and Specifications
Posted in Capped Bust Half DimeThe specifications for the Capped Bust Half Dimes were somewhat different compared to earlier half dimes. When the new series was introduced in 1829, the diameter was 15.5 mm, compared to the previous standard of 16.5 mm. The initial composition was 89.24% silver and 10.76% copper with a weight of 1.35 grams. In 1837, this […]