1926 $2 1/2

Description

# 1926 Indian Head Quarter Eagle Gold Coin. An exceptional Indian Head $2.50 Gold Piece from the roaring twenties, this *NGC MS-65* specimen represents a pristine example of early 20th-century American coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this quarter eagle showcases the iconic design by renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, featuring an incuse Native American profile against a richly lustrous golden field. The coin exhibits remarkable preservation, with prooflike surfaces that gleam with exceptional clarity and minimal contact marks. Its NGC MS-65 grade indicates a near-gem quality piece that will be highly prized by sophisticated collectors of pre-1933 gold coinage. The technical grade and visual appeal place this example in the upper echelon of surviving specimens from its mintage year. Population statistics underscore the coin's collectibility, with only 450 examples graded at this level and a mere 1,250 coins certified in higher grades out of a total population of 12,500. The pristine surfaces and exceptional eye appeal make this an outstanding opportunity for the discerning numismatist seeking a high-quality representative of this classic American gold type. Numismatic Highlights: - *NGC MS-65* grade. - Prooflike surfaces. - Exceptional preservation. - Rare and desirable pre-1933 gold coin. - Certificate #1720155005. Estimate: $750-$950