1798 $1 Small Eagle, 13 Stars MS(PCGS#6867)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2109

Grade

VF30

Price

13,200

Lot Description

BB Die State II, Salyards Die State II. A lovely mid grade example of this challenging transitional issue in the early dollar series. Wonderfully original surfaces are dressed in a blend of silver-mauve and olive-gray patina, and they are choice for both the grade and type. No distracting marks or other blemishes are seen, allowing one to focus on universally bold Choice VF detail. From the final year of the Draped Bust, Small Eagle die combination, examples of this die variety are thought to have been struck April 1, 1798, and delivered on April 4 (per Harry E. Salyards, 2022). The BB-82 attribution is unique to the Small Eagle, 13 Stars on Obverse <em>Guide Book</em> variety, and it is scarce in numismatic circles with Salyards accounting for only 200 to 450 survivors in all grades. With most survivors not choice, irrespective of grade, this is clearly a significant opportunity for advanced type collectors and early dollar enthusiasts that is sure to attract spirited bidding.