Lot 1907
1802/1 $5 Capped Bust. PCGS graded MS-64. Old green holder. Well struck with rich golden toning as nice as you can expect to see. Resplendent vivid gold in color and very well preserved. The dies struck this one solidly, enough so to bring up the stars, curls and feathers on both sides. Somehow this handsome 1802 half eagle was also put away in magnificent condition. Examination will note how fine the surfaces remain, with few signs of handling or other grade detracting marks. NGC agrees (see below). There are a fair number of early half eagles in this sale, both high grade and average grade, so there is certainly something for everyone to choose from with this 1802 overdate an especially pleasing example. Such an opportunity is not likely to recur soon so bid accordingly. Pop 16; 2 finer; 1 in 65; 1 in 66. (PCGS # 8083) .
Estimated Value $40,000 - 45,000.
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