1809/8 CAPPED BUST $5 PCGS MS65

Gem 1809/8 Capped Bust half eagle certified MS65 by PCGS, described with satin, lustrous surfaces. The clear overdate places the coin among the important early gold varieties, while the Gem grade is remarkable for a denomination that saw extensive use and low survival. Only a single coin is reported higher, giving the piece meaningful condition-census context. Early half eagles are among the most challenging federal gold coins, often found with wear or surface problems. This example combines variety appeal, advanced preservation, and the historical importance of Philadelphia Mint gold from the early republic.