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Capped Bust Eagle
1796 Capped Bust Eagle
eagle·Mint: P (Philadelphia)·91.67% gold·Mintage: 4,146
Circ. from
$16,000
Gem uncirc.
$100,000
Melt floor
$1212.06
0.5158 oz × $2350/oz
Price estimates — not financial advice. Values are based on published price guides and recent sales data. Coin grade dramatically affects value. Always verify with a trusted dealer or third-party grading service before buying or selling.
Price by Grade
| Grade | Quality | Est. Value |
|---|---|---|
| VF-20 | Very Fine | $16,000 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine | $25,000 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated | $45,000 |
| MS-60 | Mint State | $100,000 |
Source: published price guides (USA Coin Book / PCGS). Values are estimates and may not reflect current market conditions.
Melt floor: Prices include intrinsic metal value (0.5158 oz gold). Marked grades are worth more melted than as collector coins.
Historical Context
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