1859 25C, CAM PR(PCGS#85555)

August 2011 Chicago ANA - Rarities Night

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

7206

Grade

PR66

Price

21,850

Lot Description

1859 Seated Liberty Quarter. Type I/II. Proof-66 Cameo (PCGS). CAC. An interestingly and originally toned Gem, otherwise silver-tinged surfaces reveal a crescent of bold antique-copper patina over the upper right reverse. A faint trace of similar color is also noted for the lower right obverse border. Fully struck throughout, and devoid of even trivial blemishes, it should come as no surprise to read that this awe inspiring specimen ranks among the finest survivors of this scarce early proof Seated quarter issue. From an original mintage of 800 pieces, only about 200 coins or so seem to have been distributed to contemporary collectors.<br /> <iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/0OfE2dhK70A" frameborder="0" width="560" height="349"></iframe>