1792 Washington Getz Pattern Large Eagle Half Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$517,000 • VF35 • 01-2018 • Stack's Bowers

Description

A 1792 Washington Getz Pattern half dollar featuring the large eagle reverse design. The large eagle type shows a more prominent heraldic eagle compared to the small eagle variant. Peter Getz of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, produced these patterns as proposed designs for the half dollar denomination of the new United States coinage. The obverse features a uniformed bust of Washington.

Rarity Notes

Extremely rare. The large eagle type is one of the most important Washington patterns.

Cross References

Baker 25; Musante GW-25; Whitman 10700