1818 Capped Bust Half Dollar - Overton 104b (R5+) - About Uncirculated KM.59.3 Get a great old-time set

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Nice Choice Very Fine note

Notes Mint mark M

Original contemporaneous strike

1818 Capped Bust Half Dollar - Overton 104b (R5+) - About Uncirculated KM.59.3 Get a great old-time setOne of my favorite die pairings. The obverse die was obviously on the verge of death in this terminal stage. The 104 die pairing in this late stage has been called R6 & R7, but I believe it is likely closer to R5+. Diagnostics: The obverse die is shattered as described for 104a, with additional cracks that are unlisted. The die crack above star 7 is extremely heavy, joining the cap in a small lump and continuing through the headband. Another crack