1811 $5 Capped Bust Half Eagle Small 5 Gold Coin PCGS AU 50

### 1811 $5 Capped Bust Half Eagle Small 5 Gold Coin PCGS AU 50 A classic early American gold issue, the **1811 $5 Capped Bust Half Eagle Small 5 Gold Coin PCGS AU 50** represents an important era in United States numismatic history. Struck from .9167 fine gold, this coin contains approximately 0.258 troy oz of .917 fine gold and is graded AU 50 by PCGS, indicating light circulation with strong remaining detail and attractive overall appearance. The “Small 5” variety refers to the size of the denomination numeral on the reverse, adding an extra layer of collectible interest. The Capped Bust Half Eagle, designed by John Reich, was introduced in 1807 and marked a transition toward more refined and distinctly American coin designs. Minted during the early years of the U.S. Mint, these coins circulated at a time when gold played a central role in commerce and trade. The 1811 issue comes from a period of growing economic development in the young nation, just before the War of 1812, making it especially meaningful for collectors of [**early U.S. coinage**](file:///the-collector-s-vault/rare-u-s-coins%3Fcategory_id=1393). **Coin Features:** - **Graded as AU 50 by PCGS** - Contains .258 troy ounces of .917 pure gold - Struck by the [**US Mint**](file:///government-mints/us-mint) - Comes in a PCGS holder - **Obverse:** Features a bust of Lady Liberty, wearing a soft cap and with a loose hairstyle. Encircling the rim are 13 stars, each representing one of the original colonies along with the year of mintage. - **Reverse:** Displays an American Eagle with a patriotic shield on its chest and the denomination below. **Why Own This Coin?** - **Early U.S. Gold Coin:** Struck during the nation’s formative years. - **Small 5 Variety:** Added numismatic distinction. - **Historic Design:** Classic Capped Bust motif. Owning this **1811 Capped Bust Half Eagle** means holding a genuine piece of early American history, struck at a time when the nation was still defining its identity and economy. Its combination of gold content, historical importance, and certified condition makes it a compelling choice for collectors seeking rare and meaningful U.S. gold coins. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our customer service representatives. **You may also like:** - [**$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head NGC MS 63 (Random Year)**](file:///20-gold-double-eagle-liberty-head-ngc-ms-63-random-year) - [**$20 Gold Double Eagle Saint Gaudens NGC MS 64 (Random Year)**](file:///20-gold-double-eagle-saint-gaudens-ngc-ms-64-random-year) - [**$2.5 Gold Quarter Eagle Indian Head NGC MS 62 (Random Year)**](file:///2-5-gold-quarter-eagle-indian-head-ngc-ms-62-random-year)