1842 50C MEDIUM DATE MS66+ CACG

The 1842 Medium Date Capped Bust Half Dollar, graded MS66+ by CACG, stands as the single finest certified example known to the market—an unparalleled population-finest with no public auction records at this MS66+ level. CAC confirms no higher endorsement, and neither PCGS nor NGC reports a finer example. Struck during the brief transitional close of the series, this Premium Gem displays bold and sharp details. The surfaces are exceptional: essentially untouched save for a few toned-over, insignificant marks nestled into protected fields. A radiant luster flows beneath layered, vintage toning—lavender, seafoam, and antique gold frame the obverse, while silver-pearl, champagne, lilac, blue-gray, and russet-red intermingle across both sides. The Medium Date variety, easily identified by its compact numeral spacing, is notably more challenging in high grade than its Small Date counterpart. Only relevant data point is lower grade MS66 PCGS Price Guide at $32,500 and CAC Price Guide also for a MS66 non plus at $30,000. Though now no MS66 PCGS exists. Its prestigious provenance includes Steve Contursi, the Oliver Jung Collection, and the Eugene H. Gardner Collection, reinforcing its historical and numismatic significance. This coin represents the absolute pinnacle of condition rarity, making it a premier acquisition for advanced collectors, registry set competitors, and Seated Liberty Half Dollar specialists. A coin of this caliber—superbly struck, beautifully toned, and of unmatched condition rarity—commands attention in any elite collection. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire the finest known 1842 Medium Date Half Dollar.

CACG Cert Verification #781095675