Lot 1649
1803 $10 Capped Bust. Extra star. PCGS graded AU-58 PQ BD-5, Rarity 4 +. Very well struck with the usual weakness on the last 2 stars. Struck on a problem-free planchet and glittering with rich mint luster. Lovely golden-orange color. Pop 2; 7 finer, 4 in 62, 2 in 63, and 1 in 64 (PCGS # 88565) .
This variety was once considered a rarity; however, it is now judged to be the most common 1803 die marriage. An intriguing aspect of the reverse die is the presence of a tiny star on the top surface of the cloud farthest to the right. This feature was first discovered and publicized by Harry Bass. Walter Breen noted that Harry Bass discovered this variety at the 1966 ANA Convention. The legend on the reverse is well spaced with AMERICA free of the eagle's wing and olive leaves. Each star at the top line of the cluster touches the cloud above it, three of them with two points, and a very tiny 14th star is imbedded in the final cloud at right, as noted. Both stars on bottom of cluster touch the ribbon.
Estimated Value $25,000 - 30,000.
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