1802/1 $5 BD-2, High R.4, MS64 PCGS....

Description

1802/1 BD-2 Half Eagle, MS64
High Condition Census Example

1802/1 $5 BD-2, High R.4, MS64 PCGS. Bass-Dannreuther Die State c/c, late, and equivalent to the Bass-Dannreuther plate coin with a rim break on the F in OF (although it is partially covered by the PCGS holder), and with a small die break or lump between the left wing tip and the top of the first S.

While this is one of the more plentiful 1802/1 half eagle varieties, few are known in Mint State grades. Of the estimated 75 to 100 examples known of this die pair, less than 10 are believed to be Mint State. There is no up-to-date published Condition Census of early gold coinage. High grade survivors of this die pair include the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation coin and the present piece that are of similar quality. We offered another MS64 PCGS example in our sale of April 2002. Following those three coins, perhaps six or seven lower level Mint State pieces survive today.

This lovely Choice Mint State coin exhibits strong design definition with sharp stars and fully delineated hair details. The strike is well centered. On the reverse, weakness is noted only along the top edge of the right wing, and at the base of that wing near the shield border. Both sides are fully lustrous with satiny yellow-gold surfaces and delicate blue toning on the reverse. A thin depression crosses the shield on the reverse. This is a highly attractive example of the overdate that is suitable for a high-grade type set or specialized early half eagle collection. Population for all 1802/1 varieties: 20 in 64 (2 in 64+), 2 finer (3/17).

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 519885, Base PCGS# 8083, Greysheet# 198196)

Weight: 8.75 grams

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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