Lot 81
1908 $2 1/2
NGC 63
Starting bid
$1,250
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 63
- Certificate
- 8242859009
- Denomination
- $2 1/2
- Year
- 1908
- Series
- Indian Quarter Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
1908 Indian Head Quarter Eagle $2.50 Gold Coin. A stunning example of the Indian Head Quarter Eagle series, this 1908 $2.50 gold piece represents a pivotal year in American numismatic design. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin features the iconic design by renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, characterized by its distinctive incuse (recessed) design elements that set it apart from contemporary coinage. Graded NGC MS-63, this specimen displays exceptional mint state preservation with vibrant golden-orange luster and crisp design details. The surfaces show minimal marks typical of the grade, presenting an attractive example for both advanced collectors and those appreciating early 20th-century American gold coinage. The NGC certification #8242859009 ensures the coin's authenticity and quality. The 1908 Quarter Eagle is part of the short-lived but artistically significant Indian Head gold series, which ran from 1908 to 1929. This piece represents a remarkable moment in numismatic history, bridging the gap between traditional and modernist coin design. With its excellent eye appeal and strong technical grade, this coin offers collectors a premium opportunity to own a beautiful example of early 20th-century American gold coinage. Key Details: - Mint: Philadelphia. - Year: 1908. - Denomination: $2.50 Quarter Eagle. - Metal: Gold. - Grade: NGC MS-63. - Certification: #8242859009




