1795 Capped Bust Right Half Eagle. Small Eagle. BD-9. Rarity-5+. AU-58 (PCGS).

A lovely example with considerable reflectivity shining forth from the fields. The design elements are satiny in finish with bold to sharp striking detail remaining to most features. The only mentionable softness is confined to the hair curls behind Liberty's ear, where a concentration of light adjustment marks (as made) is evident. Pretty bright olive-gold and pale pink colors are seen on both sides and enhance already strong eye appeal. BD Die State b/b. We note that all Capped Bust Right half eagles are scarce to rare regardless of date, variety or grade. BD-9, represented here, is one of the more elusive die pairings of the issue, with John W. Dannreuther (2006) accounting for only 35 to 45 survivors in all grades.

PCGS# 8066. NGC ID: 25ND.

From the Pieper Collection.

Estimate: $ 60000