1799 Draped Bust Dollar For Grading And Details Determination

matthewvincent,

It does speak to me and has since I first saw it. I suspect, though, that it has been cleaned and that PCGS would mark it as such. If it weren't for that, I'd certainly be a buyer.

Suspicion or fear?
Two questions remain:
Is it genuine?
Is it cleaned?

I say "Yes" to genuine and "No" to cleaned.
Other may now give their opinions.
How much time remains on the auction?

It's real but the price with BP is way over the top.

I paid $1375 for my 1800 which was PCGS/CAC VG 10, but that was 5 years ago, but all the same

The 1799 is a very pretty coin, though, and if money's not an issue and you're not worried about getting out of it later, then it might not be such a bad price. That being said, my rule of thumb when dealing with any coin from the era over $500-$1000 is that unless it's a series about which I have a high degree of knowledge (e.g. Large Cents) I will buy certified every time, not only to protect me, but also to protect resale value.

Here is another 1799 VF20: https://coins.ha.com/itm/early-doll...n-071515-new
Sold for $1,440 all in.
Personally, I would never buy raw coins that run well over $1,000. For the simple reason that there are plenty of graded coins available in the same price range and similar eye appeal, but with less risk to you as buyer.

Good comments. Agree, price sounds right.