1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar. O-103, T-3. Rarity-2. Large 3, Large Reverse Stars. MS-63+ (PCGS). CAC. POP 1, 1 Higher

An elite early U.S. silver rarity with exceptional eye appeal and top-tier credentials, this 1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar combines a desirable die marriage with true condition rarity. Certified MS-63+ by PCGS and approved by CAC, it sits at the very top of the market for the issue, making it a trophy piece for both advanced specialists and discriminating type collectors. Struck during the formative years of the Philadelphia Mint, the Draped Bust design by Robert Scot features Liberty’s classical portrait and the stately Heraldic Eagle reverse. This specific variety—Overton-103 (Tompkins T-3), Large 3, Large Reverse Stars—is a favorite among Bust Half Dollar enthusiasts. While Rarity-2 on the Overton scale indicates general availability in circulated grades, Mint State examples are genuinely elusive; high-end, CAC-approved pieces are seldom encountered. Highlights: Date and type: 1803 Draped Bust Half Dollar, Heraldic Eagle reverse Variety: Overton-103 (Tompkins T-3), Large 3, Large Reverse Stars Grade: MS-63+ (PCGS), CAC-approved for premium quality Rarity: Overton R-2 overall; notably scarce in Mint State Population: PCGS Pop 1 in MS-63+, and 1 higher Collector appeal: Prime candidate for PCGS Registry Sets and advanced die-marriage collections; outstanding as a centerpiece Bust Half for a high-end type set Why this coin: Condition rarity: A true outlier at the MS-63+ level with CAC approval Desirable variety: The Large 3 and Large Reverse Stars pairing is widely pursued by specialists Historic significance: A classic early federal issue with hand-crafted dies and distinctive character This premium 1803 O-103 MS-63+ CAC checks every box—eye appeal, scarcity, and third-party confirmation of quality—offering a rare opportunity to secure a top-of-the-census Draped Bust Half Dollar.