1813 $5 MS63 PCGS. Breen-6467, BD-2, R.4....

Description

Select 1813 Half Eagle, BD-2
Well-Known Scarce Variety

1813 $5 MS63 PCGS. Breen-6467, BD-2, R.4. A huge mintage of 95,428 half eagles was accomplished in 1813, with only two die varieties known for the date. The present coin represents the less-available BD-2 variety, characterized by the placement of the first S in STATES nearly centered over the E in the ribbon. John Dannreuther believes the original mintage of the BD-2 was on the order of 15,000-25,000 pieces, with 150-200 examples surviving today. The issue is quite scarce at the MS63 level. Historically the issue's elusive nature has been well appreciated, perhaps even exaggerated, because it is much more challenging than the BD-1 variety.
The present coin is an attractive specimen, with sharp strike details throughout. The surfaces are light yellow-gold, with a faint rose patina. Much original mint luster is present under the patina. Population: 62 in 63, 51 finer (6/10).
From The Dr. and Mrs. Claude Davis Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25PM, PCGS# 8116, GSID# 8818)

Metal: 91.67% Gold, 8.33% Copper
Weight: 8.75 grams
AGW: 0.25789oz
Mintage: 95,428

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