1913 $2 1/2

Description

1913 $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle - NGC MS-63. A beautifully preserved example of the classic Indian Head Quarter Eagle series, this 1913-dated gold coin represents a significant year in American numismatic history. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this piece showcases the iconic design by renowned sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt, featuring the distinctive incuse (recessed) relief that makes these coins so distinctive. The NGC MS-63 grade indicates a choice uncirculated specimen with considerable eye appeal and minimal marks. The coin exhibits lustrous surfaces characteristic of early 20th-century gold coinage, with sharp details and excellent preservation. The Indian Head Quarter Eagle series, produced from 1908 to 1929, represents one of the most innovative and artistically significant coin designs in American numismatic tradition. This particular coin offers collectors an excellent opportunity to acquire a high-grade example of a relatively scarce pre-World War I gold issue. The 1913 date represents a transitional year in American coinage, making this piece not just a numismatic artifact, but a tangible piece of historical significance. Certified by NGC with a certificate number 6530934006, this quarter eagle provides both aesthetic beauty and solid investment potential for the discerning collector.