1853-O Liberty Seated Quarter w/Arrows & Rays Fine
Numismatic
1853-O Liberty Seated Quarter w/Arrows & Rays Fine
In 1853, the New Orleans mint produced a distinctive variation of the Liberty Seated quarter that immediately caught the public's eye. This specific issue features tiny arrows flanking the date on the obverse and a burst of rays surrounding the eagle on the reverse. Far from mere decoration, these visual elements were intentionally added to signal a reduction in the coin's physical weight, helping the public easily identify the new standard of silver coinage. The obverse showcases Liberty in a seated position, grasping a staff topped with a liberty cap in her left hand while her right hand rests upon a shield. The reverse displays an eagle with a shield across its chest, clutching a trio of arrows and an olive branch. This particular specimen, graded in Fine condition, contains 0.1788 troy ounces of 90 percent pure silver, representing a brief and fascinating chapter in nineteenth-century American minting history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1853 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | 25 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1788 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
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