Lot 36
1908 $2 1/2
NGC 65
Starting bid
$4,500
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 65
- Certificate
- 579255012
- Denomination
- $2 1/2
- Year
- 1908
- Series
- Indian Quarter Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1908 $2½ Gold Indian Head Quarter Eagle. An exceptional Gem Uncirculated example of this classic early 20th-century gold type coin, certified by NGC with a pristine *MS-65* grade. This beautifully preserved quarter eagle showcases the elegant Indian Head design by renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, featuring his distinctive incuse (recessed) motif that was revolutionary for its time. The coin exhibits remarkable prooflike surfaces with exceptional eye appeal and remarkable preservation. Brilliant golden-orange luster radiates across deeply reflective fields, highlighting the intricate details of the Native American profile and majestic eagle design. The strike is sharp and precise, demonstrating exceptional quality for this early 20th-century gold issue. Numismatic Highlights: - NGC Certification: #579255012. - Grade: *MS-65*. - Population: 450 coins at this grade level. - Exceptional Prooflike Surfaces. - Pristine Pre-1933 Gold Coin. With only 1,250 coins graded higher by NGC, this specimen represents a superior example of the 1908 Quarter Eagle that will be a prized addition to any advanced gold coin collection. A true numismatic treasure that combines historical significance with remarkable preservation. Provenance and Condition: Gem quality with minimal marks, outstanding mint luster, and superior eye appeal. A remarkable opportunity for the discerning collector of early 20th-century American gold coinage.




