1908 $2 1/2

Description

# 1908 $2.50 Indian Head Quarter Eagle - PCGS MS64. An exceptional Mint State example of the inaugural year for Bela Lyon Pratt's iconic Indian Head quarter eagle design. This Philadelphia mint gold coin represents a pivotal moment in numismatic history, being the first year of production for this distinctive incuse design. Graded PCGS MS64, this specimen exhibits the characteristic medium greenish-gold coloration typical of the 1908 issue. The coin displays good mint luster with a soft, frosty appearance, characteristic of the early production of this series. As noted by specialists, the coin features the typical strike characteristics of the date - a well-detailed obverse coupled with somewhat limited reverse detail, particularly on the eagle's wing. The mintage of 564,821 pieces provides context for the coin's availability, though high-grade examples remain desirable. PCGS population data indicates only 1,611 total graded, with just 934 in higher grades, making this MS64 an appealing representation of this historic numismatic issue. Struck in 90% gold with a precise weight of 4.18 grams, the coin represents both a collectible and a tangible piece of early 20th-century American coinage. Technical Specifications: - *Mint:* Philadelphia. - *Designer:* Bela Lyon Pratt. - *Composition:* 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - *Diameter:* 18mm. - *Edge:* Reeded. - *PCGS Certification:* 57230630