1907 $2 1/2

Description

1907 $2 1/2 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle, PCGS MS-65. This final year of issue for the iconic Liberty Head Quarter Eagle represents a significant milestone in American coinage history. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, this Philadelphia-minted example exhibits the classic beauty that defined the series from 1840 through 1907. The coin displays the characteristic sharp strike and lustrous surfaces expected of a Gem Mint State example, with well-preserved design elements and minimal contact marks befitting its MS-65 designation. The 1907 $2 1/2 holds special appeal among collectors as the most frequently encountered date in the entire quarter eagle series and the most readily available in uncirculated condition, making it an accessible entry point for those seeking high-grade examples of this beloved design. With a mintage of 336,294 pieces from the Philadelphia Mint, this date was produced in substantial numbers relative to other years in the series. The coin's composition of 90% gold and 10% copper, combined with its 4.18-gram weight, represents the standard for U.S. quarter eagles of this era. Certified by PCGS under certificate number 57550737, this MS-65 example ranks among finer examples, with 742 coins graded higher within a population of 1,441 total PCGS-certified examples. The reeded edge remains sharp and well-defined, confirming the coin's careful preservation. An excellent opportunity to acquire a high-grade example of this historically significant final issue of the Liberty Head type.