Rare coin experts — buying single coins & entire collections nationwide. Free, no-obligation offers.

Value of 1808 Capped Bust Left Quarter Eagle

Value of 1808 Capped Bust Left Quarter Eagle (obverse)
Obverse
Value of 1808 Capped Bust Left Quarter Eagle (reverse)
Reverse

Diameter: 20 mm

Mintage: 2,710

Weight: 4.37 grams (67.43 grains)

Metal: 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper

Edge: Reeded

Designer: John Reich

Category: Quarter Eagles ($2.50 Gold)

A famous one-year design type by John Reich, with only 2,710 struck. Perhaps three or four dozen survive, nearly all VF–EF, making it one of the great rarities of the U.S. gold series.

What’s It Worth?

Values depend on grade, surface quality, strike, and authentication. For a current, no-obligation valuation of your coin, send a few photos to our coin experts — we actively buy early U.S. gold in every grade. Email info@coinappraiser.com or call 888-707-1564.