1908 $2 1/2 Brown Label

Description

1908 $2 1/2 Gold Coin, Brown Label. This $2.50 gold piece represents an important denomination from the early twentieth century American coinage era. The 1908 date places this coin during a significant period of U.S. gold coinage production, prior to the suspension of gold coin mintage in 1933. Grading and Certification: The coin has been graded by NGC as MS-63, indicating a choice uncirculated example with attractive surfaces and eye appeal. The Brown Label designation reflects the holder type used during NGC's earlier certification period. The certificate number 6840547001 provides full provenance documentation. Numismatic Significance: Quarter eagles ($2.50 gold coins) remain popular among collectors of pre-1933 U.S. gold coinage. These coins represent a substantial portion of the nation's circulating gold currency before the gold recall of 1933, making them historically significant artifacts of American monetary history. An MS-63 example offers both quality and collector appeal at an accessible price point. Estimate: Starting bid $1,250