1813 Half Eagle (BD-1, R-2) PCGS MS62. The perfect type coin for this very scarce type, struck from this year to 1829. The only readily available issue of this type, high quality pieces such as the present coin tend to move very fast in the current market.

The only use of this reverse die, the variety is easily identified by the position of the first S in STATES. On the present variety, which is the more common of the two known for this date, the S is to the right of the E in E PLURIBUS UNUM. On the other known variety, BD-2, the S is centered at this position.

High quality gold coins in uncirculated condition, such as this piece attract a vast and broad assortment of interested buyers. As the most common issue, this is the coin that is most likely to be the representative for the type in a high quality US type set. For investment purposes, early gold coins have always been attractive to investors seeking a high-quality portfolio. Coins like this tend to do well in any market, and thus are a very safe investment.

Graded by PCGS as MS-62, the present coin is fully struck and shows no wear on either side. Clean fields and a very nice yellow-gold color make this coin completely original. Whether you are a type or early gold collector, or an investor, this coin is sure to reward you in any way.