The obverse depicts Lady Liberty with a "draped bust" design, facing right, with her hair tied back by a ribbon. The word "LIBERTY" is above, and the date "1800" is below. The reverse, known as the "heraldic eagle" design (adopted in 1798), features a bald eagle with a shield on its breast, clutching an olive branch and arrows, with the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" on a ribbon above.
Minting and Composition: The 1800 Draped Bust Dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Draped Bust series (1795-1804). It is composed of 89.2% silver and 10.8% copper.
Rarity and Value: While not as rare as the legendary 1804 Draped Bust Dollar, the 1800 variety is still considered scarce and actively traded by collectors. Values vary significantly based on the coin's condition and specific die varieties.
The 1804 Dollar Connection: Although your coin is dated 1800, the 1804 Draped Bust Dollar is famously known as the "King of American Coins" and holds immense value due to its extreme rarity and intriguing history. No dollars dated 1804 were actually struck in that year; the known 1804 dollars were minted later (primarily in the 1830s) as diplomatic gifts and restrikes.