1806 $5 Knobbed 6, 7x6 Stars MS(PCGS#8089)

September 2020 Pre-Long Beach U.S. & World Coin Auction #117

Auctioneer

Goldberg Auctioneers

Lot Number

1370

Grade

AU53

Price

8,640

Lot Description

Lot 1370 1806. Round 6, 7X6 Stars. BD-6, Rarity 2. PCGS graded AU-53.Lovely copper and golden toning on both sides. Although this a fairly plentiful variety its still scarce with the estimated number known to be between 600 and 900 pieces. Notice the residual luster in the protected areas and the sharp strike. There are some light adjustment marks on the reverse which run roughly horizontal. A solid example of this elusive early Capped Bust $5 coin. Only 54,417 struck (PCGS # 8089) Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000