Lot 95
1926 $2 1/2
NGC 65
Starting bid
$1,390
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 65
- Certificate
- 8297523012
- Denomination
- $2 1/2
- Year
- 1926
- Series
- Indian Quarter Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1926 $2 1/2 Gold Quarter Eagle. A stunning example of early 20th-century American gold coinage, this 1926 Quarter Eagle represents a pristine specimen of the Indian Head gold series. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin showcases the iconic design by renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, featuring the distinctive incuse (recessed) portrait of a Native American chief. Graded a gem-quality NGC MS-65, this quarter eagle exhibits exceptional mint state preservation with lustrous surfaces and sharp, well-defined design elements. The luminous golden-orange patina characteristic of early 20th-century gold coinage remains remarkably intact, highlighting the coin's superior state of conservation. The NGC certification (No. 8297523012) guarantees the coin's authenticity and grade, making it a prized addition to any advanced numismatic collection. These $2.50 gold pieces were part of the last generation of circulating gold coins in the United States, minted before the 1933 Gold Recall. With a relatively low mintage and few survivors in such remarkable condition, this specimen represents an exceptional opportunity for serious collectors of pre-1933 U.S. gold coinage. The coin's outstanding preservation and historical significance make it a noteworthy investment and a beautiful example of American numismatic artistry. Specifications: - Mint: Philadelphia. - Metal: 90% Gold. - Designer: Bela Lyon Pratt. - Grade: NGC MS-65. - Certification: 8297523012




