1839-D $2.50 Gold Classic Head Quarter Eagle MS-62 PCGS (HM-2)

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The year 1839 marked a significant moment for American coinage, particularly for gold pieces struck at the southern branch mints. Among these rare survivors is the Classic Head quarter eagle, a denomination valued at two and a half dollars. This specific gold coin was produced at the historic Dahlonega Mint in Georgia, bearing the distinctive 'D' mintmark. With a total mintage of just 13,674 pieces, surviving examples from this production run are exceptionally scarce today. Crafted from 0.900 fine gold, this coin contains 0.1209 troy ounces of precious metal. The obverse features the elegant Classic Head design, while the reverse displays the denomination expressed as '2 1/2 D.' beneath the central design elements. This particular specimen has been certified in Mint State 62 (MS-62) condition. Within its specific grading tier, it occupies an incredibly prestigious position, representing the single finest specimen recorded at this grade level with none graded higher.