Lot 80
1926 $2 1/2
PCGS 65
Starting bid
$1,380
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 65
- Certificate
- 56090686
- Denomination
- $2 1/2
- Year
- 1926
- Series
- Indian Quarter Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1926 Indian Head $2 1/2 Gold Quarter Eagle. A stunning gem quality *PCGS MS-65* example of this classic Pre-1933 gold quarter eagle from the Philadelphia Mint. This beautifully preserved specimen represents the pinnacle of the Indian Head Quarter Eagle series, struck during the final years of these iconic gold coins. Designed by the renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, this piece showcases the distinctive incuse design that makes the Indian Head series so distinctive. The coin exhibits exceptional mint luster with a remarkable strike, typical of the 1926 issue. Numismatists will appreciate the coin's sharp details and attractive surfaces, with a captivating color ranging from pale rose to rich greenish-gold hues. Minted with a total mintage of 446,000 pieces, this particular example is among the 162 known high-grade specimens in the PCGS population report. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin weighs 4.18 grams and measures 18mm in diameter, featuring a precision-crafted reeded edge. The PCGS certification and accompanying Population Report underscore its collectibility and condition rarity. Provenance Details: - Mint: Philadelphia (P Mintmark). - Year: 1926. - PCGS Grade: MS-65. - PCGS Certificate: 56090686. - Estimated Value: $2,250
