1878-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle MS-64 NGC
1878-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle MS-64 NGC
In 1878, the San Francisco Mint struck a limited run of just 178,000 gold quarter eagles. Bearing the 'S' mintmark, these compact United States coins carried a face value of two and a half dollars. Today, finding an example that has survived the decades with its original luster intact offers a fascinating window into late nineteenth-century American coinage. This particular specimen is composed of 90 percent gold, containing 0.1209 troy ounces of the precious metal. It has been officially graded as Mint State 64 (MS-64), indicating a well-preserved piece with minimal marks from its time in transit or storage. The obverse displays the classic Liberty design, anchored by the clearly legible date of 1878 at the base.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1878 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 2 1/2 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1209 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
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