1912 $2 1/2

Description

# 1912 $2 1/2 Indian Head Gold Quarter Eagle. A choice mint state example of the Philadelphia Mint Indian Head Quarter Eagle from the desirable Bela Lyon Pratt designed series. Struck in 1912 with a modest mintage of 616,000 pieces, this *PCGS MS-63* specimen represents a significant opportunity for the discerning pre-1933 gold coin collector. The coin exhibits the distinctive incuse design characteristic of Pratt's innovative numismatic approach, featuring a richly detailed Native American profile with exceptional strike quality. Graded MS-63 by PCGS, this piece demonstrates superior preservation with minimal marks and attractive greenish-orange gold coloration. The surfaces display the series' typical granular texture, with sharp central details and slight border softness consistent with contemporary minting techniques. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, this quarter eagle weighs 4.18 grams and measures 18mm in diameter, featuring a reeded edge. With a population of 1,105 total graded and only 927 in higher grades, this coin represents a scarce and collectible example of early 20th-century American gold coinage. PCGS Certification #35198019 guarantees the coin's authenticity and condition. Provenance and Rarity: While not among the absolute rarest dates in the series, the 1912 quarter eagle is a nuanced and desirable issue. Most specimens show subdued luster and granular surfaces, making this MS-63 example a particularly appealing representation of the type.