The Bust Half Dime is the series of half dime pieces of United States coinage used in general circulation between 1794 and 1837.
There were several iterations of the Bust Half Dime, including the Draped Bust with small eagle reverse, the Draped Bust with heraldic eagle reverse and the Capped Bust.
BUST HALF DIME VALUES – WHAT ARE THEY WORTH?
As with other Bust coins, the value of a Bust Half Dime widely varies based on the mintage year, type and condition. For example, a Capped Bust variety in Good condition dated 1829 may trade for about $35 whereas a Draped Bust type coin from 1796 in Uncirculated condition may trade for as much as $10,000. If you have a Bust Half Dime from a choice year, or a coin that seems to be in excellent condition, consider having your coin professionally graded by a coin grading service such as PCGS or NGC.
Coin grading companies like NGC and PCGS verify your coin’s authenticity and metal content with absolute certainty. They also minutely examine every detail of your coin, assigning it a grade based on its condition. When you invest time and resources into having a coin graded, you know you have the genuine article and you know its exact value if you ever wish to sell.
Bust Half Dime Values
| DATE | GOOD | FINE | EXTREMELY FINE | UNCIRCULATED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1794 Flowing Hair Bust Half Dime | $1,500 | $2,400 | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| 1795 Flowing Hair Bust Half Dime | $1,350 | $1,850 | $6,000 | $8,000 |
| 1796 Draped Bust Half Dime | $1,800 | $3,500 | $8,750 | $13,500 |
| 1796 Draped Bust Half Dime (LIKERTY) | $1,500 | $3,450 | $8,750 | $12,500 |
| 1796 Draped Bust Half Dime (6 Over 5) | $1,500 | $3,500 | $9,500 | $15,000 |
| 1797 Draped Bust Half Dime (15 Stars) | $1,500 | $3,450 | $8,750 | $12,500 |
| 1797 Draped Bust Half Dime (16 Stars) | $1,500 | $3,450 | $8,750 | $12,500 |
| 1797 Draped Bust Half Dime (13 Stars) | $2,000 | $4,500 | $13,500 | $25,000 |
| 1800 Draped Bust Half Dime | $1,000 | $1,500 | $6,000 | $8,500 |
| 1800 Draped Bust Half Dime (LIKERTY) | $1,200 | $2,500 | $6,200 | $8,500 |
| 1801 Draped Bust Half Dime | $1,500 | $3,000 | $6,500 | $10,000 |
| 1802 Draped Bust Half Dime | $33,000 | $60,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 |
| 1803 Draped Bust Half Dime (Large 8) | $1,000 | $2,000 | $6,500 | $9,000 |
| 1803 Draped Bust Half Dime (Small 8) | $1,000 | $2,500 | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| 1805 Draped Bust Half Dime | $1,000 | $2,750 | $9,000 | $20,000 |
| 1829 Capped Bust Half Dime | $60 | $100 | $200 | $300 |
| 1830 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $275 |
| 1831 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1832 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1834 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1835 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1836 Capped Bust Half Dime | $50 | $80 | $175 | $250 |
| 1837 Capped Bust Half Dime | $55 | $80 | $185 | $250 |
