1812 $5 MS 65 and the Mint would give

and the Mint would give you coins in return

Another issue is the time frame

While that number may seem substantial

PCGS has never graded a MS68

1812 $5 MS 65 and the Mint would givePCGS No: 8112 Type: Type 1, Capped Bust, Large Bust Year: 1812 P Denomination: $5 Category: Capped Bust $5 (1807 1834) Grade: MS 65 Certificate Number: 16399264 Description Iridescent original Gem! Like all early (pre 1834) gold coins, this is a rarity in all grades. The $5 denomination was very popular with gold bullion depositors at the time. One would take bullion to the Mint, and the Mint would give you coins in return, The $5 was more popular