One of the earliest and most graceful designs from the formative years of the United States Mint, the Draped Bust design appeared on several denominations issued between 1795 and 1807. Its classical aesthetic reflected the young nation’s aspirations, with the obverse depicting Lady Liberty’s flowing hair and a softly draped cloth over her shoulder—an emblem of virtue and republican ideals. Right now, 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coins in certified condition are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coin is available in VG10 condition. Coins in this condition have medium or heavy wear, with some details still visible. Draped Bust Half Dollars feature .892 silver content, a lower purity level common among early American silver coins used in circulation.
The Draped Bust Half Dollar coin was the second design for America’s silver half dollars. The Draped Bust design debuted in 1796 and replaced the briefly used original design, the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, which was issued in 1794 and 1795. The Draped Bust Half Dollar went through a reverse design change in 1798 with the heraldic eagle.
The obverse of the 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar features Lady Liberty in right-profile relief. Her image includes long, wavy hair and elegant drapery around her neckline. Historical references indicate that artist Gilbert Stuart based his portrayal on Ann Willing Bingham, a well-known Philadelphia socialite whose poise and beauty inspired this enduring symbol of early American coinage.
On the reverse of 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coins, you’ll find the heraldic eagle. This design replaced the first reverse design in 1798, replacing a small eagle design with a more powerful heraldic eagle visual. The design shows the eagle in front-facing relief as it supports the US national shield with the arrows of war and the olive branch of peace.
If you have any questions about silver coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
Tracking and insurance included on all orders
One of the earliest and most graceful designs from the formative years of the United States Mint, the Draped Bust design appeared on several denominations issued between 1795 and 1807. Its classical aesthetic reflected the young nation’s aspirations, with the obverse depicting Lady Liberty’s flowing hair and a softly draped cloth over her shoulder—an emblem of virtue and republican ideals. Right now, 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coins in certified condition are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coin is available in VG10 condition. Coins in this condition have medium or heavy wear, with some details still visible. Draped Bust Half Dollars feature .892 silver content, a lower purity level common among early American silver coins used in circulation.
The Draped Bust Half Dollar coin was the second design for America’s silver half dollars. The Draped Bust design debuted in 1796 and replaced the briefly used original design, the Flowing Hair Half Dollar, which was issued in 1794 and 1795. The Draped Bust Half Dollar went through a reverse design change in 1798 with the heraldic eagle.
The obverse of the 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar features Lady Liberty in right-profile relief. Her image includes long, wavy hair and elegant drapery around her neckline. Historical references indicate that artist Gilbert Stuart based his portrayal on Ann Willing Bingham, a well-known Philadelphia socialite whose poise and beauty inspired this enduring symbol of early American coinage.
On the reverse of 1807 Draped Bust Half Dollar Coins, you’ll find the heraldic eagle. This design replaced the first reverse design in 1798, replacing a small eagle design with a more powerful heraldic eagle visual. The design shows the eagle in front-facing relief as it supports the US national shield with the arrows of war and the olive branch of peace.
If you have any questions about silver coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.