1836 25C MS(PCGS#5355)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

8166

Grade

F15

Price

2,280

Lot Description

Tompkins Die Stage 1/1, Rea et al. Die State P. Well balanced with medium silver-blue and sandy-tan patina, this coin retains bold outline definition to most devices, and the diagnostic die cracks (as made) are sharp and clear. Minor striking softness is noted at the base of the reverse. This is a rare die pairing with perhaps 15 to 20 examples known in all, there seems to be a cluster of four EF to AU coins, none noted in Very Fine, then a group that grade VG to Fine which includes this example. Most variety specialists still lack an example as the Philadelphia Mint clearly did not make many before retiring the obverse die with its heavy die cracks, while the reverse continued in service in 1837 striking more quarters. An important offering which is seldom available at any price.