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1797 $1 9X7 Small Letters Draped Bust Dollar PCGS XF45
US $45,424
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2026-06-10
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1797 $1 9X7 Small Letters Draped Bust Dollar PCGS XF45
PCGS # 6866
Grading Service PCGS
Grade XF45
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1797
Designation NONE
Strike Business
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1797 $1 9X7 Small Letters Draped Bust Dollar PCGS XF45
1797 $1 9X7 Stars, Small Letters
SKU: 53725659
A scarce and highly desirable early U.S. silver dollar, this 1797 Draped Bust Dollar “9X7 Stars, Small Letters” certified PCGS XF45 represents one of the most important formative issues of the Philadelphia Mint. Struck during the first decade of federal coinage, this classic type coin offers the artistry, history, and collectability that define America’s earliest dollar series, making it an exceptional choice for advanced collections and an impressive centerpiece for any numismatic portfolio.
Key coin details
Date/Denomination: 1797 $1 Draped Bust Dollar
Mint: Philadelphia
Variety/Attribution: 9X7 Stars, Small Letters
Grade: PCGS XF45
Certification: 50155739
Historic significance and collector appeal
The Draped Bust Dollar is a cornerstone of early American numismatics, produced when the young United States was establishing trust in its national currency at home and abroad. The 1797 issue is particularly collected for its distinctive star arrangements and legend styles, with the “9X7 Stars” format and “Small Letters” reverse legend standing out as a recognized and sought-after combination. These early dollars saw real circulation, often across commerce channels that shaped the nation’s economy, adding tangible historical resonance to every surviving example.
Condition and visual character
In Extremely Fine condition, this coin retains strong, well-defined design elements with honest, even wear consistent with careful circulation. Expect pleasing silver-gray surfaces with attractive natural toning that may show subtle slate and champagne highlights, enhancing the depth of the Draped Bust portrait and the eagle’s details. The “Small Letters” reverse style remains clear and legible, an important visual cue for variety-focused collectors.
Why this 1797 dollar belongs in your collection
A classic early federal silver dollar with enduring demand and broad collector recognition
Desirable “9X7 Stars, Small Letters” attribution, popular among variety specialists
Certified XF45 by PCGS, offering confidence in grade and authenticity
A historically meaningful Philadelphia Mint issue that displays beautifully in a mid-to-high circulated grade
Population information
Not available for this listing.
PCGS # 6866
Grading Service PCGS
Grade XF45
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1797
Designation NONE
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
1797 $1 9X7 Small Letters Draped Bust Dollar PCGS XF45
1797 $1 9X7 Stars, Small Letters
SKU: 53725659
A scarce and highly desirable early U.S. silver dollar, this 1797 Draped Bust Dollar “9X7 Stars, Small Letters” certified PCGS XF45 represents one of the most important formative issues of the Philadelphia Mint. Struck during the first decade of federal coinage, this classic type coin offers the artistry, history, and collectability that define America’s earliest dollar series, making it an exceptional choice for advanced collections and an impressive centerpiece for any numismatic portfolio.
Key coin details
Date/Denomination: 1797 $1 Draped Bust Dollar
Mint: Philadelphia
Variety/Attribution: 9X7 Stars, Small Letters
Grade: PCGS XF45
Certification: 50155739
Historic significance and collector appeal
The Draped Bust Dollar is a cornerstone of early American numismatics, produced when the young United States was establishing trust in its national currency at home and abroad. The 1797 issue is particularly collected for its distinctive star arrangements and legend styles, with the “9X7 Stars” format and “Small Letters” reverse legend standing out as a recognized and sought-after combination. These early dollars saw real circulation, often across commerce channels that shaped the nation’s economy, adding tangible historical resonance to every surviving example.
Condition and visual character
In Extremely Fine condition, this coin retains strong, well-defined design elements with honest, even wear consistent with careful circulation. Expect pleasing silver-gray surfaces with attractive natural toning that may show subtle slate and champagne highlights, enhancing the depth of the Draped Bust portrait and the eagle’s details. The “Small Letters” reverse style remains clear and legible, an important visual cue for variety-focused collectors.
Why this 1797 dollar belongs in your collection
A classic early federal silver dollar with enduring demand and broad collector recognition
Desirable “9X7 Stars, Small Letters” attribution, popular among variety specialists
Certified XF45 by PCGS, offering confidence in grade and authenticity
A historically meaningful Philadelphia Mint issue that displays beautifully in a mid-to-high circulated grade
Population information
Not available for this listing.
