Lot 3794
1809/8 $5 Capped Draped Bust. NGC graded MS-62. Mostly untoned. Capped Bust to left, style of 1807-1812. Motif somewhat similar to that used on the contemporary half dollar. Strong 9 over 8 overdate. Reverse with perched eagle, inscriptions, motto and denomination. Here is a half eagle that has just about anything the experienced collector will be looking for: a crisp sharp strike, soft smooth luster with swirling effects, problem-free planchet with only a trace of adjustment along the top obverse dentils, and best of all, splendid eye appeal. Of course, the overdate feature adds interest as well.
The Breen 1-A overdate is the only die pairing known for this year. This attractive specimen shows a thin hairline from the lips out to the rim and some faint die clash around the eagle. Stars are full, cap is full, hair is full, eagle is full; in fact, a coin filled to the brim with positive qualities! Pop 31; 14 in 63; 25 in 64; 8 in 65.
Estimated Value $9,000 - 11,000.
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| Realized $12,650 |
