Lot 22
1927 $2 1/2
PCGS 65
Starting bid
$1,390
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 65
- Certificate
- 49656079
- Denomination
- $2 1/2
- Year
- 1927
- Series
- Indian Quarter Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1927 $2.50 Indian Head Quarter Eagle Gold Coin. A stunning gem-quality example of the Bela Lyon Pratt Indian Head Quarter Eagle from the Philadelphia Mint, this *PCGS MS-65* specimen represents a prime collectible from the late Pre-1933 gold coin era. Struck in 90% gold, the coin exhibits exceptional preservation and visual appeal characteristic of the series. The 1927 Quarter Eagle emerges from a modest mintage of 388,000 pieces, with only 594 total graded by PCGS. This particular example stands among the 77 coins graded at this premium MS-65 level, making it a desirable acquisition for sophisticated numismatists. The coin displays characteristic light rose to greenish-gold coloration with exceptional strike quality and remarkable mint luster. Featuring Bela Lyon Pratt's distinctive incuse design, this quarter eagle represents a pinnacle of early 20th-century American coinage artistry. The reeded edge and precise *18mm diameter* showcase the intricate minting techniques of the Philadelphia Mint. With a technical composition of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin weighs a precise 4.18 grams, embodying both monetary and historical significance. Graded and authenticated by *PCGS* with certificate #49656079, this specimen offers exceptional eye appeal and represents an outstanding example of its type. The coin's superior preservation, combined with its historical context, makes it an exceptional addition to any serious gold coin collection.




