1928 $2 1/2

Description

1928 Indian Head $2 1/2 Gold Coin, PCGS MS-65. This 1928 Philadelphia Mint $2 1/2 represents a significant offering from the final years of Bela Lyon Pratt's iconic Indian Head quarter eagle series. Struck to a mintage of 416,000 pieces, the 1928 has proven considerably more elusive in premium grades than its immediate predecessors, with the current example representing a notable find in this competitive date. Technical and Grading Details: The coin is certified by PCGS as MS-65, placing it well above the typical circulated and lower Mint State examples that dominate the market. With only 38 examples graded finer by PCGS out of 444 total submissions, this gem specimen ranks among the scarcer survivors of the issue. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin displays the characteristic specifications of the series: 4.18 grams, 18mm diameter, and reeded edge. Aesthetic Qualities and Rarity: The 1928 is typically well-struck with frosty, lustrous surfaces and exhibits the light to medium gold coloration with greenish tints commonly seen in the date, though some specimens display lighter rose-colored gold. Examples at the MS-65 level and above are genuinely scarce, representing a considerable step up in rarity compared to lower grades. Relative few specimens have been certified finer than MS-65, making this a particularly desirable example for the serious Indian Head quarter eagle collector seeking quality representation of this final decade issue.