1829 Capped Head Left Quarter Eagle. BD-1, the only known dies. Rarity-4+. AU-58 (PCGS).；This beautiful prooflike quarter eagle has reflective deep gold surfaces. The strike is universally sharp over both sides, and the eye appeal is very strong for an example of this elusive and challenging type.<p>Beginning in 1829, quarter eagles were struck with a reduced diameter collar and a distinct upset rim that resulted from the introduction of the Mints new Rush & Muhlenberg coining press and modified dies by William Kneass. The modifications to the design along with the technological innovation made for coins with improved striking and wear characteristics. Even with the newer press, quarter eagle production remained low, with just 3,403 struck in 1829. This is the smallest mintage of the series, although it is not the rarest date and has about 175 surviving examples. The small number of Mint State examples makes interest in Choice AU specimens with excellent eye appeal intense. Additionally, the 1829 is popular as a representative of this design type that lasted only six years. The offered coin is worthy of a strong bidding strategy.；
