1905 $2 1/2

Description

1905 $2 1/2 Gold Quarter Eagle. This $2.50 gold piece, commonly known as a Quarter Eagle, was minted during the height of the Liberty Head design era. The 1905 date represents a period of strong American economic growth and gold production. The coin contains 0.1209 troy ounces of pure gold and maintains the classic specifications established for this denomination. Graded NGC MS-65, this example displays attractive surfaces with the quality expected of a gem-level specimen. The MS-65 designation indicates a coin with full mint luster, light contact marks consistent with the grade, and strong eye appeal. This grade level represents a desirable middle ground between higher gem grades and more affordable circulated examples, making it particularly appealing to collectors building comprehensive type sets or date collections. The 1905 Quarter Eagle remains a popular entry point for collectors interested in pre-1933 United States gold coinage. With NGC certification providing authentication and grade verification, this coin offers both historical significance and tangible precious metal value, making it suitable for collectors, investors, and those seeking quality examples of early 20th-century American numismatic production.