1830 H10C MS63 认证号05787138, PCGS号4277

The Capped Bust Half Dime is a somewhat esoteric but fun series. There are no great rarities and most of the coins produced are technically well-made. This coin is an example of the LM-13 variety with a nice die break extending across the upper obverse. Well-struck, with cascading luster that is worthy of gem consideration. Eye appeal is excellent with nice golden-brown peripheral toning that lightens toward the centers. From Gerry Fortin.

Ron Guth

Most dates in the Capped Bust Half Dime series are of equal rarity.  The only exceptions are 1836 and 1837, which have lower certified populations than the other dates.  Thus, the 1830 is just as good a choice for a type coin as any other date in this series.

Among the certified Mint State survivors, the most common grade is MS-63, followed by MS-62 and MS-64.  In grades above MS-66, the 1830 Half Dime is very rare, and the finest example certified by PCGS (as of January 2012) is a single, amazing PCGS MS-68.