1798/7 $10 7x6 STARS

Description

# 1798/7 $10 Draped Bust Gold Eagle - PCGS MS58 - Rare 7x6 Stars Overdate. An exceptional and highly important example of one of the rarest early American gold eagles, this 1798/7 Draped Bust $10 Gold Coin represents a pinnacle of early United States mint production. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during a pivotal period in American numismatic history, this *7x6 Stars* variety stands as an extraordinary rarity among pre-1804 gold coinage. Graded PCGS MS58, this specimen exhibits remarkable preservation for such a critically rare issue. With only 5 examples known in higher grades and a total population of just 4 coins, this eagle represents an extraordinary opportunity for the advanced numismatist or specialized gold coin collector. The overdate variety showcases the intricate die work and technical challenges of early American minting techniques, with a modest original mintage of just 842 pieces. Crafted under the artistic direction of Robert Scot, the coin features the classic Draped Bust design characteristic of late 18th-century American coinage. Composed of 91.7% gold and 8.3% copper, the piece weighs 17.5 grams and measures 33mm in diameter, with a precision-reeded edge typical of contemporary mint standards. The 7x6 Stars configuration further enhances its historical and collectible significance, making it a true numismatic treasure. This extraordinary specimen is accompanied by PCGS certification #04249198, providing additional authentication and provenance for this exceptionally rare early American gold eagle. With a price guide value of $625,000, it represents not just a coin, but a tangible piece of early American monetary and artistic history.