Diameter: ~32.5 mm
Mintage: Extremely rare (3,918 for all 1796-1797)
Weight: 13.48 grams
Metal: 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper
Edge: Lettered
Designer: Robert Scot
The 1796 Small Eagle half with 15 obverse stars is one of the most coveted U.S. coins. With just 3,918 pieces struck across 1796 and 1797, every example is a major rarity in any grade.
What’s It Worth?
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