1804 Capped Bust Right Half Eagle. BD-1. Rarity-4+. Normal (a.k.a. Small) 8, Small 4. MS-61 (PCGS).;This lustrous, satin to modestly semi-prooflike half eagle is richly toned in olive-gold, with glints of pale pink around the peripheries. Light reverse adjustment marks (as made) over the eagles breast, right talon and the shield interfere with the detail in those areas, but otherwise the strike is sharp for an early half eagle of this type.<p>Roughly on par with the 1803/2 half eagles in terms of quantities produced, the reported figure of 30,475 coins struck in 1804 is likely on the high side in terms of coins bearing the 1804 date. Two distinct 8 logotypes were employed including a dramatically oversize 8 that was later recut. Originally called the Small 8, it is more accurate to call it a Normal 8, since its proportions are in line with the other three digits. This nomenclature began with Harry Bass who first described this particular logotype as "normal." The BD-1 die pair is most easily identified by the long die line from the left corner of the shield to the eagles beak on the reverse. Mint State early gold coins have an appeal all their own and this lovely half eagle should attract a lot of bidding attention when it crosses the auction block.;