1920-S Standing Liberty Quarter XF
Numismatic
1920-S Standing Liberty Quarter XF
The 1920 Standing Liberty quarter dollar, minted in San Francisco, represents a fascinating era in United States coinage. Struck in 90 percent silver with a precious metal content of 0.17875 troy ounces, this coin is highly regarded for its detailed and active design work. On the obverse, Liberty is depicted in a powerful stance, wearing chainmail as she steps through a gateway. In her hands, she holds both an olive branch and a protective shield, symbolizing a balance of peace and defense. The inscription "IN COD WE TRVST" is visible alongside the mint mark "S" and the year 1920. The reverse of the coin displays a majestic eagle captured mid-flight, surrounded by the traditional inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM," along with the denomination "QUARTER DOLLAR." Designed by Hermon MacNeil, this particular issue had a total mintage of 6,380,000 pieces, making it a captivating subject for study in an Extra Fine state of preservation.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1920 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Extra 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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