1811 $5 Capped Bust Gold Half Eagle MS-64+ PCGS CAC (BD-1)

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In 1811, the Philadelphia mint produced a limited run of 99,581 gold half eagles, struck without a mintmark. Today, one of the most remarkable surviving examples of this early American coinage is an exceptionally well-preserved specimen from the renowned Harry W. Bass Jr. Collection. This specific coin is identified as the BD-1 variety, which is distinguished by its "Tall 5" design element. This historic five-dollar gold piece has been officially certified in an outstanding state of preservation, graded Mint State 64+ (MS-64+) and verified by. The obverse of the coin features the classic representation of Liberty facing left, wearing a capped bust, with the date 1811 inscribed below. The reverse displays the heraldic eagle along with the traditional motto E PLURIBUS UNUM and the surrounding inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.