1798 Draped Bust Silver Dollar. Heraldic Eagle. BB-113, B-27. Rarity-2. Pointed 9, Close Date--Double Struck--AU-50 (PCGS).,This is easily one of the most significant and desirable early dollars that we have offered in recent memory. Both sides are boldly double struck, which feature is clearly seen on all devices, both in the centers and around the peripheries. There is a several degree shift between impressions, in hand inspection providing a fascinating "fuzzy" appearance to the design similar to what one would see by looking at a 3D movie without the proper viewing glasses. The primary impression is boldly to sharply defined over all features save for the high points of the eagles head, breast and wings on the reverse. Wear is expectably minimal for the assigned grade, the surfaces predominantly smooth with plenty of original satin luster remaining. An even endowment of iridescent golden-gray patina rounds out a truly memorable list of physical attributes for this endearing piece.<p>Bowers-Borckardt 113 is a median rarity among die marriages of the 1798 Heraldic Eagle dollar, and there are a number of Mint State examples on Q. David Bowers 2013 list of notable specimens. The present example should also be included in that list for, even though it is not Condition Census from the standpoint of preservation, it is of undeniable numismatic significance as a major Mint error on an early U.S. Mint coin. Destined for serve as a highlight in a leading early dollar cabinet.,PCGS# 6873. NGC ID: 24X6.,,From the Alexander Collection. Earlier provenance is unclear, but the original envelope yields several clues. Our best guess is the following: From Celina Coin Company, via "Mr. Kern;" circa 1946; an uncertain party, "Chi," August 1948; Otto Heaton (a consignor to James Kelly in 1953).