Dansco Coin Albums have been a trusted companion for coin collectors of all levels, providing a reliable and organized way to store and display their valuable coins. The Early Half Dollars 1794-1839 (2 Vol. Set) Dansco Album is specifically designed to house and showcase U.S. early half dollars minted between 1794 and 1839.
This comprehensive 2-volume set comes in a 3/4″ binder, providing ample space to hold and display up to 96 early half dollars. The album features 8 Dansco pages (series: 6151 Vol.I-1 to 6151 Vol.I-4, 6151 Vol.II-1 to 6151 Vol.II-4), with each page dedicated to a specific range of years within the 1794-1839 period.
Collecting early half dollars can be a fascinating pursuit due to the numerous die varieties and variations found within each mintage date. Dansco recognizes the diverse range of these coins and provides two albums in this set to accommodate the complete collection. The 8 Dansco pages ensure that every early half dollar from this era can be collected and showcased in an organized manner.
Early half dollars minted between 1794 and 1839 had varying compositions and sizes. The earliest half dollars, minted in December 1794, were composed of 89.24% silver and 10.76% copper. These coins had a size of approximately 32.5 mm and weighed 13.48 grams. In 1836, the composition of half dollars changed to 90% silver and 10% copper. These later coins measured approximately 30 mm and weighed 13.36 grams.
All half dollars minted between 1794 and 1839 were produced at the Philadelphia Mint, making them an important part of American numismatic history. The Dansco Coin Albums ensure that collectors can securely store and display these historical treasures, preserving their value and significance.
One of the notable features of Dansco Coin Albums is the use of metal screws to attach the pages to the binder. This design choice allows for easy addition and replacement of pages, providing collectors with the flexibility to customize their albums as their collections expand or change over time.
Whether you are a seasoned numismatist or a beginning coin collector, the Early Half Dollars 1794-1839 (2 Vol. Set) Dansco Album offers a comprehensive and secure solution to store and showcase your collection of U.S. early half dollars. Dansco Coin Albums have been a trusted choice for collectors for many years, providing a reliable and user-friendly method to preserve and present their numismatic treasures.
