1803 Half Eagle Patterns

About This Coin

The 1803 Half Eagle Patterns is a United States Gold Half Eagle from the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series — an early issue, 7th of 35 years in the series. The obverse features various experimental designs testing different concepts for U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Designed by Various Mint engravers and outside artists.