1926 $2 1/2 SESQUI

Description

# 1926 California Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Gold Quarter Eagle. A stunning commemorative gold piece celebrating California's 75th anniversary of statehood, this *NGC MS-66* specimen represents the pinnacle of numismatic artistry from the 1926 Sesquicentennial coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this Quarter Eagle ($2.50 gold piece) features exceptional prooflike surfaces that showcase remarkable reflective qualities characteristic of the finest commemorative gold issues. The coin exhibits extraordinary mint state preservation, with razor-sharp devices and exceptional eye appeal that sets it apart from typical examples of this historic issue. NGC Population Report data reveals the rarity of this specimen, with only 450 coins graded at this level and merely 1,250 coins in higher grades out of a total population of 12,500 graded examples. The Certificate #5230910002 guarantees the coin's authenticity and exceptional quality, making it a prized addition to any advanced numismatic collection focused on early 20th-century commemorative gold coinage. Numismatic Highlights: - *NGC MS-66* grade. - Exceptional prooflike surfaces. - Rare commemorative gold issue. - Pristine preservation. - Historical significance of California statehood commemoration. Provenance and Condition: This exquisite specimen represents the pinnacle of preservation, offering collectors a museum-quality example of this historically significant commemorative gold coin.