1801 $10 BD-2, R.2, AU58 NGC....

Description

1801 BD-2 Eagle, AU58
Elusive Early Die State

1801 $10 BD-2, R.2, AU58 NGC. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/a, without clash marks or spines in Liberty's cap. BD-2 is among the most early eagle varieties overall and is popular as a type coin. However, examples in this early die state are scarce. This variety is famous for the late die state that shows a series of vertical spines in Liberty's cap. While those spines have been called clash marks in the past, photographic overlays prove that the spines could not have been caused by die clashing, nor by multiple die clashes. The source of their existence remains a subject of debate today.

This near-Mint coin is in the early die state, before the spines appear in Liberty's cap. The fields are unlapped, and the design is bold. This piece is slightly reflective in the fields with little wear over the high points of the devices. Rich yellow-gold color is pleasing to the eye.
From The James Dines "Original Gold Bug" Collection.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 45734, Base PCGS# 8564, Greysheet# 198085)

Weight: 17.50 grams

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper

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