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10 Dollars Liberty Cap / Small Eagle
| Gold (.9167) (.0833 silver and copper) | 17.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1795-1797 |
| Value | 10 Dollars (10 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (.0833 silver and copper) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Small eagle with wreath in beak
Script: Latin
Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Engraver: Robert Scot
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The US Coinage Act of 2 Apr. 1792 set the standard weight at 270 grains and the gold content at 247½ grains, hence the fineness of .9167.1795 leaves
1795-1797 stars
Interesting fact
The Liberty Cap / Small Eagle $10 gold coin from the United States, minted between 1795 and 1797, has an interesting feature. It was the first gold coin minted by the United States government. It was designed by John Reich and features a portrait of Lady Liberty on one side and an eagle on the other. The coin was minted at the Philadelphia Mint and has a diameter of 27mm. It's made of 91.67% gold, 8.33% silver, and copper, and weighs 17.5 grams. It's a highly sought-after collector's item, and its value can reach up to $10,000 in mint condition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1795 | 5583 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1796 | 4146 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1797 | 3615 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle) 1795-1797 coin.
