1889 $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle PR-65 DCAM PCGS

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In 1889, the Philadelphia Mint produced an incredibly small run of proof coins for the Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle series. Only 48 of these special two and a half dollar gold pieces were minted, making them exceptionally scarce. Because they were struck at the main Philadelphia facility, they do not bear a mint mark, leaving the clean fields of the coin uncluttered. This specific coin is certified as Proof 65 Deep Cameo (PR-65 DCAM), a designation that highlights the intense contrast between the frosted, detailed design elements and the highly reflective, mirror-like background fields. Containing 0.1209 troy ounces of 90 percent pure gold, this piece stands as a remarkable survivor from the pre-1933 era of United States coinage, showcasing the pinnacle of late nineteenth-century minting craftsmanship.