1875 $2 1/2, CA

Description

Captivating and Rare 1875 Quarter Eagle, PR65 Cameo

1875 $2 1/2 PR65 Cameo NGC. Produced to the extent of just 20 coins, the proof 1875 Quarter Eagle has an extant population of perhaps 13-14 pieces. While at least one impaired example is known (NGC reports a PR50 coin in its 5/01 Census Report), the present example was obviously well preserved since the time it left the Mint. Hairlines and contact marks are virtually non-existent, although interesting striations (as produced) swirl around in the fields. The only evident pedigree marker is a lintmark (also as produced) on the obverse over and before Liberty's forehead. Beautifully contrasted with bright, glassy fields and a rich overlay of golden-rose color. We have not handled a proof 1875 Quarter Eagle of similar quality in recent memory, and it will probably be several years before the opportunity presents itself again.
From the Genaitis Collection of 1875 Coinage.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 287W, PCGS# 87901, GSID# 8505)

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

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.

View all of [The Richard Genaitis Collection, Part 1 ]

View Certification Details from NGC