1853 $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle MS-63 PCGS
Numismatic
1853 $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle MS-63 PCGS
In 1853, the Philadelphia mint produced a significant run of 1,404,668 gold quarter eagles. This particular coin, composed of 0.1209 ounces of gold with a purity of 0.900, represents a classic era of American coinage. Because it was struck at the main Philadelphia facility, it bears no mint mark, leaving the fields around the design clean and uninterrupted. The obverse showcases a left-facing portrait of Liberty, her hair bound by a band inscribed with the word 'LIBERTY'. Thirteen stars encircle her, representing the original colonies. On the reverse, a detailed heraldic eagle guards a shield on its chest, clutching symbols of national power. The legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' wraps around the upper rim, while the face value of '2 1/2 D.' is displayed below.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1853 |
| Grade | PCGS |
| Legal-tender face value | 2 1/2 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1209 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.27 mm |
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