1853-D Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. Winter 17-N, the only known dies. EF-45 (PCGS).
A suitably bold coin in a lightly circulated 1853-D $2.50, the sharpest detail is reserved for Liberty's portrait and, on the reverse, the recesses of the eagle's wings and the shield on its breast. Soft honey-wheat and pale rose colors throughout, the surfaces are satiny in texture with hints of luster remaining. Only 3,178 quarter eagles of this issue were produced, a paltry mintage even by Dahlonega standards. Only 85-105 1853-D quarter eagles are extant overall. As usual for Southern gold coins of the era, the typical specimen will be VF to EF with only occasional forays into AU.
PCGS# 7768. NGC ID: 25HW.
From the Srotag Collection.
Price realized | 4'200 USD |
Starting price | 1 USD |
Estimate | 3'500 USD |