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1795 $5 Gold Half Eagle

Capped Bust Right - Small Eagle Reverse

NGC AU-50

 

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About the Coin

 

The Capped Bust Right (Small Eagle reverse) half eagle was the first coin ever struck by the United States. They were struck from 1795 through 1798 when the Heraldic Eagle reverse was introduced. Heraldic Eagle reverses exist with dates of 1795 and 1797 but are assumed to have been struck in 1798 using old dies.

 

Designer: Robert Scot

Weight: 8.75 grams

Diameter: approx. 25mm, reeded edge

Composition: 91.67% gold, 8.33% silver and copper

 

PCGS Price Guide: Draped Bust $5 (1795-1807)

 

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