Lot 1574
1801. . BD-2, Breen-6843, Star near cap. NGC graded AU-55. Some marks and ticks about the rims and in the fields. Untoned with ample luster present around the stars and legends. There is also a great deal of original mint frostiness displayed within Liberty's hair and cap, and throughout the eagle. Surfaces somewhat rough, though all in all a respectable example of this early Capped Bust Eagle design.
Mintage of this denomination was suspended after 1804 when orders fell to low levels. It seems that bullion depositors preferred the Half Eagle sized coin for their gold as it was close in size to similar circulating English, Spanish, and European denominations that competed (PCGS # 8564) .
Estimated Value $14,000 - 15,000.
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