1798 Draped Bust Silver Dollar. Small Eagle. BB-82, B-1a. Rarity-3. 13 Stars. VF-25 (PCGS). OGH.Pleasing silver gray surfaces with pale golden overtones and, on the obverse only, a few glints of warmer russet patina. All devices are fully outlined and readily appreciable, the more protected areas of Libertys portrait and the eagle retaining appreciable sharpness of detail. Light adjustment marks in the centers are as made, and a touch of glossiness to the texture is also noted for accuracy. Given the brevity and conditionally challenging nature of the Draped Bust, Small Eagle silver dollar of 1795 to 1798, this mid grade BB-82 is sure to see spirited bidding among type collectors. BB Die State III.From the Boston Old City Hall Collection. Earlier ex Heritages Early Spring ANA Signature Sale of March 1996, lot 6477.
