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1929 $2.50 Gold MS Values
Details
The 1929 is the final year of issue and greatly differs from the rest of the later date Indian Quarter Eagles. It is a true condition rarity compared to its series counterparts in gem grades. To add to this high grade scarcity is very satisfying luster, strike and color. Therefore if you come across any gorgeous high grade gems you will have to pay dearly but you will end up with a very special coin.
This coin is made of 90% gold; 10% silver & copper and has a current melt value of $555.20
Obverse: The obverse features the portrait of a Native American chieftain in formal headdress struck incuse with the words LIBERTY at the top and the date at the bottom. 13 stars frame the left and right sides: 6 at left and 7 on the right.
Reverse: The traditional American eagle struck incuse in the center with the words, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at top, E PLURIBUS UNUM left of the eagle, and IN GOD WE TRUST to the right of the eagle. The denomination 2 1/2 DOLLARS struck below the eagle.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
532,000
Coinage Type:
Gold Quarter Eagle
Coinage Years:
1908-1929
Composition:
90% gold; 10% silver & copper
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
4.18 gr
Weight:
0.1344 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.121 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
18 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Bella Lyon Pratt
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1929
Obverse Designer:
Bela Lyon Pratt
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, 2 1/2 DOLLARS
Reverse Designer:
Beyla Lyon Pratt
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