1911-D $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS....

Description

1911-D Quarter Eagle, MS65
Attractive Color and Luster
A Notable Rarity This Fine

1911-D $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. Most numismatic authors and series specialists note the wide variety of eye appeal that the 1911-D Indian quarter eagle can possess, although it is seldom also noted that pieces with attractive surfaces are in the distinct minority, and are largely unavailable in low Mint State grades. Mike Fuljenz perhaps puts it best in Indian Gold Gold Coins of the 20th Century:

"It has become very hard to locate an example that has original color as many have been cleaned, dipped or enhanced in recent years. ... There are some very handsome coins known in all grade ranges, but most collectors wind-up with an example that is very low-end for the grade."

Fuljenz, David Akers and Jeff Ambio, and others described the luster of the 1911-D as typically being "subdued," with a granular texture -- starkly different than the usual frosted luster seen on other issues in this series. This accounts for much of the challenge in locating an attractive piece. In our experience, attractive Mint State 1911-D quarter eagles are almost nonexistent below the MS64 grade level. While Gem examples are rare and costly, the reward of acquiring an eye-appealing example in such a high grade is incredible.

The present coin is just such a piece. When we first saw this coin, we were struck by the subtle luminance of the surfaces, as well as the rich honey-gold color imbued with tinges of lilac and mint in the margins. Under a loupe, a couple of faint grazes are seen in the left obverse field, and there is a thin line in the reverse field left of the eagle's beak. However, these are minor faults when one considers the significant drop in eye appeal that lower-grade pieces subject the viewer to. When it comes to overall presentation, we consider this piece among the most attractive 1911-D quarter eagles we have seen in recent years. Population: 31 in 65 (3 in 65+), 4 finer (3/22).(Registry values: N10218)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# EGZ7, PCGS# 7943, Greysheet# 8615)

Weight: 4.18 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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