Skip to main content
Go to accessibility options

Description

B-2 1796 Draped Bust Quarter, AG3
Problem-Free Example of the Classic Date

1796 25C AG3 PCGS. B-2, R.3. The 1796 Draped Bust quarter is popular as a low-mintage, one-year type coin as well as the first date of the denomination. Only two varieties are known for the year, the present coin being an example of the more available B-2 variety characterized by the high 6 in the date. This specimen has seen extensive wear, but remains a problem-free example of this classic issue. The major devices remain visible in outline on the obverse, while the reverse is nearly smooth.(Registry values: P7)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23RA, PCGS# 5310, Greysheet# 5056)

Weight: 6.74 grams

Metal: 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper


View Certification Details from PCGS

Auction Info

Auction Dates
Apr-May, 2010
28th-2nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 13
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 885

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Apr 28, 2010 for: $5,778.75
Track Item