1803 $10 BD-4 Early Eagle NGC MS64

1803 $10 Early Eagle – BD-4 Variety – NGC MS64

This 1803 $10 Early Eagle, BD-4 variety, has been certified and graded by NGC as MS64. The NGC encapsulation guarantees the coin’s authenticity and Mint State 64 condition.

The $10 Draped Bust Gold Eagle—fondly known as the “Early Eagle”—is a cornerstone of early American coinage. Authorized by the Coinage Act of 1792, it was introduced as one of the country’s first gold denominations, alongside the silver dollar. Its significance was unmatched, as all other gold coins were valued in relation to it. Although approved in 1792, production was delayed until 1795 due to the strict security and bonding requirements at the U.S. Mint. These high-denomination coins were struck only upon request, resulting in very low mintages—typically fewer than 10,000 coins annually through 1799. As a result, Early Eagles are both rare and highly collectible. Valued for their elegant design, historical importance, and limited availability, they are more than just numismatic artifacts—they are enduring symbols of the young American republic’s economic vision and identity.

Coin Specifications:

• Denomination: $10

• Years Issued: Small Eagle Reverse (1795–1797); Type 2 Heraldic Eagle Reverse (1797–1804)

• Gold Content: 0.48375 troy oz of pure gold

• Composition: 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper (22-karat gold)

• Designer: Robert Scot (obverse and reverse)

• Edge Type: Lettered – “HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT”

• Diameter: Approximately 33 mm

• Weight: 17.50 grams

• Mint: U.S. Mint

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