1800 $10

Description

# 1800 Draped Bust $10 Gold Eagle - PCGS MS64. An exceptional early American gold eagle from the Draped Bust series, this remarkable *Philadelphia Mint* specimen represents a significant rarity in pre-1804 gold coinage. Struck during a pivotal period in early United States monetary history, this 1800-dated example offers collectors a superb opportunity to acquire a numismatically important and aesthetically stunning coin. Graded PCGS MS64, this pristine gold eagle displays extraordinary preservation, with exceptional mint luster and remarkable eye appeal. The *Robert Scot* designed piece exhibits sharp, well-defined details characteristic of early strikes from the Philadelphia Mint. With an original mintage of just 5,999 pieces, this coin represents a truly scarce numismatic treasure. The population data is particularly noteworthy, with only four total examples graded and just one known in a higher grade, underscoring its extreme rarity. Technical Specifications: - *Draped Bust $10 Gold Eagle*. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Composition: 91.7% Gold, 8.3% Copper. - Weight: 17.5g. - Diameter: 33mm. - Edge: Reeded. - PCGS Certification: #40262538. Numismatic experts recognize this date as an underappreciated rarity within the Draped Bust series, with fewer surviving specimens compared to more celebrated dates like the 1795 or 1799. The coin's exceptional state of preservation, combined with its historical significance, makes this an extraordinary opportunity for serious collectors of early American gold coinage.