1810 $5 Capped Bust Half Eagle, Large Date Large Eagle NGC XF40
From its original mintage, only 263 have been graded by NGC. And from among that number, only 7 have been graded XF 40 (as of 2/2021). The sophisticated numismatist instinctively knows an important coin when he or she sees one, and this 1810 $5 Capped Bust half eagle certainly fits the bill. This specimen would be at home in a type set of United States gold coins-- and would be also be appreciated by the specialist of coins crafted by John Reich. Wouldn't this coin look spectacular as the newest acquisition of your numismatic portfolio?
1810 $5 Capped Bust Half Eagle, Large Date Large Eagle NGC XF40--$5,995.00
It gives us great pleasure to present for consideration a true rarity among U.S. gold coins: the 1810 $5 Capped Bust half eagle, Large Date, Large 5. This issue has the highest mintage in the series (100,287). However, it is survival rate that trumps mintage--and less than 1 percent of that mintage is believed to be extant today. The vast majority of half eagles from that time were melted down for their bullion value. Therefore the 1810 $5 Capped Bust half eagle is undeniably a rare coin in any and all grades.
Reich's obverse design for the half eagle (1807-1812) presents a buxom Liberty facing left, bordered by seven stars on her left and six on her right. Her cloth cap is inscribed with LIBERTY, and curly locks of hair fall from the edge of her cap, tumbling down to her shoulder. This look is quite European, different from Robert Scot's earlier American folk art approach. Reich's "signature" is a characteristic notched point on the lowest star on the right. Half eagles have such a notch facing the coin's rim. The date is found below the bust of Liberty. The reverse depicts an eagle with outstretched wings, perched upon a palm branch and grasping arrows in its left talon and the olive branch of peace in its right. A federal shield is found upon its breast, and a ribbon floating above the majestic bird displays the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and 5D. encircle the eagle. Among Reich's innovations are placing the denomination upon all gold and silver coins. In addition to designing this coin, he also engraved the working dies.
PCGS # | 8108 |
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Grading Service | NONE |
Year of Issue | NONE |
Grade | NONE |
Denom Type | N/A |
Numeric Denomination | $5 |
Mint Location | NONE |
Designation | NONE |
Circ/UnCirc | Not Specified |
Strike Type | N/A |
Grade Add On | NONE |
Holder Type | N/A |