1802/1 $5 BD-8, R.4, MS63+ PCGS Secure. CAC....

Description

1802/1 Capped Bust Right Half Eagle, MS63+
Popular BD-8 Variety

1802/1 $5 BD-8, R.4, MS63+ PCGS Secure. CAC. Bass-Dannreuther Die State c/b, with clashing through the date and a die crack through UNI. A substantial mintage of 53,176 Capped Bust Right half eagles was accomplished in 1802, using overdated obverse dies from 1801. Eight die varieties are known for the date. This coin represents the final BD-8 variety, with the 2 in the date touching the bust, perfect T's in the legends, and the last S in STATES far right of the cloud. The BD-8 is scarce in absolute terms, but not especially elusive in the context of the series, as the surviving population numbers 150-200 examples in all grades.

The present coin is a Plus-graded Select specimen, with sharply detailed design elements and dramatic clash marks on both sides, A few die cracks are evident on the reverse, but the terminal cud has not formed over ITE yet. The pleasing orange-gold surfaces are lightly marked and retain most of their original mint luster.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 519889, Base PCGS# 8083)

Weight: 8.75 grams

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper

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