Early Half Eagles
1810 $5 Large Date, Large 5, BD-4, R.2, VF35 PCGS. Bass-Dannreuther Die State c/b, cracked vertically from the rim to the clasp between the 81 of the date. The coin is evenly struck with complete rims and original orange-gold coloration. Tiny remnants of luster can be seen in the protected areas, despite moderate wear on the devices. Other than the usual array of surface chatter, there are no distracting surface characteristics.
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