1911-D $2 1/2

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# 1911-D Indian Head Quarter Eagle Gold Coin. ## PCGS MS-64 - Key Date Rarity. This exceptional 1911-D $2.50 Indian Head Quarter Eagle represents one of the most coveted and historically significant gold coins of the early 20th century. Struck at the Denver Mint with a remarkably low mintage of just 55,600 pieces, this *Strong D* variety is universally recognized as the key date of the series. Graded PCGS MS-64, this specimen exhibits the characteristic features of the rare 1911-D issue: a light orange-gold color with subtle greenish undertones and the diagnostic raised knife edge on the obverse rim's upper right quadrant. The strike is typically robust, though the mintmark remains somewhat subdued—a hallmark of genuine examples. With only 352 total coins graded by PCGS, and merely 76 in higher grades, this coin represents a significant opportunity for the advanced numismatist. The coin's technical specifications include a 90% gold composition, weighing 4.18 grams with a reeded edge. Designed by Bela Lyon Pratt, this quarter eagle exemplifies the innovative incuse design that makes the Indian Head gold series so distinctive. Its rarity is further underscored by its status as the scarcest date in the series, with survival estimates far lower than contemporary mintage figures might suggest. Provenance and Rarity Highlights: - PCGS Certification: 57237237. - Extremely Limited Survival Rate. - Considered the Most Expensive $2.50 Indian in Mint State. - Exceptional Historical Significance. - Strong Strike with Characteristic Surfaces. *Estimate*: $22,000-$25,000