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1792 Special Strike

Half Dimes · Bust (Original) Half Disme · 1792
Key date NIFC
Weight1.35 g
Diameter16.5 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeNIFC (Not Intended for Circulation)
Mintage 1,500 Combined mintage for all 1792 varieties
EdgeReeded
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper
DesignerRobert Birch
Collector's Key IDCK-997

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G)
VG-8 Very Good (VG)
F-12 Fine (F)
VF-20 Very Fine (VF)
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF)
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU)
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS)
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1792 Special Strike Bust (Original) Half Disme were minted?
1,500 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1792 varieties).
What is a 1792 Special Strike Bust (Original) Half Disme made of?
89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper, weighing 1.35 g.
What is the melt value of a 1792 Special Strike Bust (Original) Half Disme?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1792 Special Strike Bust (Original) Half Disme a key date?
Yes — the 1792 Special Strike Bust (Original) Half Disme is considered a key date in the Bust (Original) Half Disme series and commands a strong premium.