1799 Capped Bust Right Eagle. BD-7, Taraszka-19. Rarity-3. Small Obverse Stars. EF-45 (PCGS). OGH.,Tinges of deep honey-gold patina adorn the peripheries of this largely yellow-gold Small Stars example. The fields offer a light reflectivity against the more satiny design elements, showcasing bountiful luster that remains exceptionally undisturbed at this Choice EF grade level. A few minor pinscratches are seen at the lower right and upper left obverse rim under magnification, though the surfaces are left otherwise smooth. This is a handsome piece suitable for type purposes or gold specialists!<p>Early eagles are perpetually popular among collectors and the 1799 issue is among the most popular of early eagle dates. The BD-7 is one of the more available varieties of the 10 known for the issue with an estimated 250-350 examples known in all grades. Harry W. Bass owned an impressive 5 examples of this variety in his collection! Numerous representatives have been mishandled over the years, and a Choice survivor like the present piece is a truly significant offering.,PCGS# 8562. NGC ID: 2623.,,