1898 $2 1/2 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Just 165 proof quarter eagles were coined in 1898 and about half that number survive toda...

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Superb Deep Cameo Proof 1897 Quarter Eagle

1898 $2 1/2 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Just 165 proof quarter eagles were coined in 1898 and about half that number survive today. Similar to the Bass, Pittman, and Trompeter coins, each a splendid Gem example, the spaces between vertical stripes in the shield on the reverse lack any evidence of die polish. This is a highly unusual feature for proof gold pieces, and was apparently a die characteristic common to all 1898 proof quarter eagles, and to some examples from adjacent years, especially 1897.
This is a Superb Gem that, for all practical purposes, remains nearly as struck, although there is a slight defect near the middle arrow point, below the tail of R in AMERICA. This tiny blemish should serve as a pedigree characteristic for future numismatic researchers. Both sides have deeply mirrored fields that exhibit incredible depth. The fields have a wavy or watery appearance that is characteristic of proof coinage from this era. All of the design elements on each side are crisp and bold, including every star on the obverse, and the fine individual details of the eagle on the reverse. The surfaces are richly colored in brilliant yellow-gold, interspersed with considerable rose toning on the obverse and lovely lilac color on the reverse. Heavy mint frost appears on every device on each side of this beauty, providing remarkable contrast with the fields. This glittering proof is truly a stunner, a coin that will capture the attention of all who view it. Population: 4 in 67, 0 finer (6/06).
From The Belle Glade Collection.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 288M, PCGS# 97924, GSID# 8575)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 165

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