Grading Capped Bust Half Dollars

G4 Good:

LIBERTY discernible on head band.

VG8 Very Good:

Minimum of three letters in LIBERTY must be clear.

F12 Fine:

LIBERTY complete.

VF20 Very Fine:

LIBERTY is sharp. Shoulder clasp is clear.

EF40 Extremely Fine:

LIBERTY sharp and strong. Hair details show.

AU50 About Uncirculated:

Slight trace of wear on cap, cheek, and hair above the forehead, claws, wing tops, and the head.

MS60 Uncirculated:

No trace of wear. Light blemishes.

MS63 Select Uncirculated:

Some distracting contact marks or blemishes in prime focal areas. Luster may be impaired.