1803 $10 Small Stars Reverse MS61 NGC. Breen-6844, Taraszka-28, BD-3, R.4....

Description

Historic 1803 Eagle, BD-3
Small Stars Reverse, MS61

1803 $10 Small Stars Reverse MS61 NGC. Breen-6844, Taraszka-28, BD-3, R.4. Only the single obverse was used in combination with six different reverses, four of the Small Stars reverse and two of the Large Stars. Of the four Small Stars reverse pairings, the BD-1 and BD-3 are the most available, as the remaining two varieties, BD-2 and BD-4, are R.7 and R.6, respectively, in Bass-Dannreuther. But even the R.4 ranking of the present BD-3 must be viewed advisedly, as the estimate of 150-200 survivors includes all known survivors in all conditions; it is a sure thing that few survive as nice as the present Mint State piece. The surfaces are well struck but display a touch of weakness on the central devices and the obverse star centrils. The surfaces are light orange-gold, with muted but attractive luster. A scattering of minor handling marks over both sides explains the grade. No adjustment marks are seen.
These largest early U.S. gold coins exert a fascination for many advanced collectors. Their historicity, their size, and the many diversions that study of die varieties provides, ensure that these coins have an appeal unmatched in any other U.S. coin series. Do not let this significant opportunity pass by.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2628, PCGS# 8565, Greysheet# 9349)

Weight: 17.50 grams

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper

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