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1797 Capped Bust to Right Half Eagle

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About This Coin

The 1797 Capped Bust to Right Half Eagle is a United States Gold Half Eagle from the Capped Bust to Right Half Eagles 1795-1807 series. The Mint reported 3,609 half eagles for 1797, with the small eagle reverse; the Heraldic Eagle coins dated 1797 were struck later. The obverse features Liberty facing right in a tall soft cap, and the reverse displays either a small eagle standing on a palm branch with a wreath in its beak or, on coins struck from 1798, a heraldic eagle with a shield on its breast and the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on a scroll above. Both 15-star and 16-star obverse varieties exist, reflecting the addition of Tennessee to the Union. Struck in 91.7% gold, 8.3% silver and copper, weighing 8.75 grams, 25 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Robert Scot.

Value Estimates

$35,022 - $241,153

Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Specifications

Year

1797

Denomination

Gold Half Eagle

Series

Capped Bust to Right Half Eagles 1795-1807

Mintage

3,609

Weight

8.75g

Diameter

25mm

Designer

Robert Scot

Edge

Reeded

Strike Types & Varieties(5)

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