1802/1 $5 MS61 NGC....

Description

Lovely Mint State 1802/1 Half Eagle, BD-1

1802/1 $5 MS61 NGC. Breen-6440, BD-1, High R.4. Key diagnostics include a previous 1 centered within the 2 in the date; and a reverse leaf tip that points directly to the center of I in AMERICA.
This is a lovely Mint State example that retains full mint luster and displays alluring lime-green and yellow-gold toning. The design elements are crisply defined, except for slight softness on the eagle's head and breast feathers, and there are only small, superficial marks on either side of the piece. The fields have a flashy, semireflective appearance. This is a popular issue that is considered to be relatively common within the context of early gold coinage, but Bass-Dannreuther (2006) give an estimate of just 75 to 100 survivors for the BD-1 variety at all grade levels. (Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25NX, PCGS# 8083, GSID# 8872)

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper
Weight: 8.75 grams
AGW: 0.25789oz
Mintage: 53,176

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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