1804 $5 Small 8 Over Large 8 MS61 NGC....

Description

Uncirculated 1804 BD-6 Half Eagle

1804 $5 Small 8 Over Large 8 MS61 NGC. Breen-6442, BD-6, R.5. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/b. A pleasing example of this popular type coin and variety. Although the NGC insert--and nearly all price guides--lists this variety as Small 8 Over Large 8, the Bass-Dannreuther reference accurately identifies it as the Normal 8 Over Large 8, as the 8 punch was used on "all obverses since at least 1800." The obverse die was also employed to strike BD-5 and BD-7. Attribution of BD-6 is quick, however, as the reverse is typically found with two curved die breaks that extend between the upper and lower rim. Fewer than 45 examples of this variety are believed to be extant, regardless of condition.
Pale-gold coloration and ample luster, especially on the reverse, define the positive qualities of this piece, while light crisscrossing adjustment marks and scattered abrasions on the obverse establish the grade. Census: 14 in 61, 24 finer (7/08).(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# BFXB, PCGS# 8086, GSID# 8804)

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

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