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Obverse Description
Christian Gobrecht's portrait of Liberty is surrounded by 13 stars with the date centered at the bottom.
Reverse Description
Heraldic eagle holding arrows and branch in its claws is centered in the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * @ 2 1/2 D. around the periphery. Mintmark (if any) is located under the eagle's claws.
Book Reference
Designer: Christian Gobrecht. Weight: 4.18 grams. Composition: .900 gold, .100 copper (net weight .12094 oz. pure gold). Diameter: 18 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mints: Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, San Francisco.
Key to Collecting: Introduced in 1840, the Liberty Head quarter eagle remained in use with essentially the same design until 1907, the longest such span in American coinage history. Early dates range from scarce to rare, and most circulated coins are in grades VF to AU, while Mint State coins are exceedingly rare. Toward the end of the series, in the first decade of the 20th century, Mint State pieces abound. These attractive coins, of cameo-like appearance, have long been numismatic favorites.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: Most pieces are fairly well struck if dated from 1880 onward. Earlier coins, especially of the Charlotte, Dahlonega, and New Orleans mints, are often lightly struck in areas. The main point to check is the eagle, the details of which can be shallow to the lower left of the shield, and also in the lower part of the eagle’s neck.
Proof Coins: Proof coins exist in relation to their original mintages. Most attractive are the frosty cameo issues of the late 19th century.
Catalog Information
GSID:
74140
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 2 1/2 D.
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
4.18 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1344 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.121 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
18
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
1840-1907
Coin Date:
Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle
Denomination:
$2 1/2
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Gold Quarter Eagle
Coinage Years:
1839-1907
Composition:
90% gold; 10% silver & copper
PCGS #:
87865
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Coin Value History
Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle $2 1/2 1840-1907 PR CAM [Type]
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR69 |
|
$115,000 | $1,234 |
| PR69 | - | $96,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle $2 1/2 1840-1907 PR [Type]
![Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle $2 1/2 1840-1907 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1843-250-proof-gold-obv.jpeg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,650 – $40,800
1840 $2 1/2 PR
1841 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $60,000 – $600,000
1843 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $70,000 – $84,000
1844 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $150,000 – $180,000
1845 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $33,000 – $180,000
1846 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $33,000 – $180,000
1850 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $50,000 – $78,000
1854 $2 1/2 PR CAM
Worth: $480,000 – $480,000
1856 $2 1/2 PR CAM
1858 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $20,000 – $90,000
1859 $2 1/2 Old Reverse PR
Worth: $11,000 – $114,000
1859 $2 1/2 New Reverse PR
1860 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $10,000 – $42,000
1861 $2 1/2 PR
Worth: $12,500 – $90,000
1902 $2 1/2 PR64 Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4....
$7,800
1902 $2 1/2 PR67 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.4....
$33,600
1904 $2 1/2 PR66 Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4....
$12,600
1899 $2 1/2 PR62 Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4....
$3,720
1900 $2 1/2 PR61 Cameo NGC. JD-1, Low R.4. ...
$2,880
1866 $2 1/2 PR65 Cameo NGC. JD-1, High R.6....
$39,600
$2.50 1897 PCGS PR63 CAM CAC
$5,405
1904 $2 1/2 PR68 Cameo NGC. JD-1. ...
$48,000
1898 $2 1/2 PR60 Cameo NGC. ...
$2,990
$69,000
1900 $2 1/2 PR64 Cameo NGC. JD-1, Low R.4....
$7,200
1884 $2 1/2 PR67 Cameo NGC. JD-1, High R.5....
$48,000
1884 $2 1/2 PR66+ Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, High R.5....
$36,000
$2.50 1878 PCGS PR62 CAM CAC
$16,450
1900 $2 1/2 PR61 Cameo NGC. JD-1, Low R.4. ...
$3,360
1906 $2 1/2 PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, R.4....
$13,200
1907 $2 1/2 PR63 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.4. ...
$4,320
1907 $2 1/2 PR68 Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4. ...
$44,400
1906 $2 1/2 PR64 Cameo PCGS. JD-1, R.4....
$7,800
1906 $2 1/2 PR67 Cameo NGC....
$21,600
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