1813 $5 VF20 PCGS CAC

The 1813 Capped Bust Half Eagle, Type 2 with Small Bust and Large Diameter has a mere 650 pieces estimated in all grades. Representing the inaugural issue of the “Fat Head” design and is widely regarded as the most collected date in the entire series. Examples of this iconic early gold type are exceptionally difficult to acquire in any grade, and finding a CAC-approved coin under $10,000 is nearly impossible today. This Choice VF20 example, offered in an unusually seen grade for the issue, displays superb original surfaces with more sharpness and definition than many certified XF coins. A rich medium yellow-gold hue dominates the coin, complemented by soft buttery-gold highlights across Liberty’s cheek and cap, subtle olive and light honey accents nestled within protected recesses, and a faint amber-gold halo along the rim. CAC approval further confirms the coin’s originality, quality, and eye appeal, and while no CAC example has sold in VF20, the most recent CAC-approved AU58 realized $21,000 03/24 HA. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a problem-free, naturally toned, and visually captivating early Fat Head gold coin. In fact, no dates in the entire series for at least 7 years has sold less than $14,000 in CAC. If you ever required one for your type set and did not want to spend $15,000-$20,000 minimum, here is the only opportunity. In fact finding a CAC example today in any grade under $10,000 is impossible, or perhaps even a non-CAC very soon.