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1804 Capped Bust to Right Quarter Eagle

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About This Coin

The 1804 Capped Bust to Right Quarter Eagle is a United States Gold Quarter Eagle from the Capped Bust to Right Quarter Eagles 1796-1807 series. The Mint struck 3,327 quarter eagles dated 1804, 13 Star and 14 Star reverses together; how they divide is not recorded. The obverse features Liberty facing right in a soft cap, and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle, shield on breast, holding a bundle of arrows and an olive branch, with E PLURIBUS UNUM on a ribbon in its beak and clouds and stars above. The 1804 quarter eagles were struck from two reverse dies, one with 13 stars above the eagle and one with 14. Struck in 91.7% gold, 8.3% silver and copper, weighing 4.37 grams, 20 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Robert Scot.

Value Estimates

$8,736 - $39,650

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.