1912 $2 1/2 PR66+ PCGS. CAC. JD-1, R.4. ...

Description

1912 Quarter Eagle, PR66+
Rich, Original Coloration

1912 $2 1/2 PR66+ PCGS. CAC. JD-1, R.4. Only one pair of dies was used to strike the 197 sandblast proof quarter eagles produced in 1912. About half the original mintage survives with an estimated 90 to 110 pieces known in all grades. The surfaces have the expected rich reddish-tinted texture. There are virtually no defects present on either side. However, one area needs to be addressed. There is a darker spot seen on the high point of the Native American's cheekbone. This might suggest a carbon spot, but it is not. This is a light alloy spot and is only obvious when the coin is rotated beneath a light. The spot has a translucence on the surface of the coin and one can see below it when closely examined. This particular spot is reinforcement of the coin's uncleaned originality. Fully struck, of course, the left obverse rim shows a pronounced wire rim or "fin" in Mint parlance.(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 289L, PCGS# 7961, Greysheet# 8623)

Weight: 4.18 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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