1856-C $2 1/2 MS62 NGC....

Description

Exceptional, Rare 1856-C Quarter Eagle, MS62

1856-C $2 1/2 MS62 NGC. Variety 17-J. The only variety known for the year, which has the 1 in the date closer to the denticles than to the bust. This issue is typically encountered in well-worn Very Fine to Extremely Fine condition. Considered very rare in About Uncirculated, only three pieces may be known in Mint State.
This piece exhibits the usual weakness on the central design elements and is particularly soft on the BER in LIBERTY. The shield, however, is above average with fully defined horizontal lines. The surfaces are a pleasing yellow-gold color with soft luster. Microscopic granularity is visible on the bust, which is apparently present on every example. A few tiny spots of detritus are noted on the obverse rim. A rare and high grade (for the issue) branch mint quarter eagle. Census: 1 in 62, 2 finer (6/08).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25J8, PCGS# 7778, GSID# 8378)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 4.18 grams
AGW: 0.12095oz
Mintage: 7,913

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