1869-S 25C MS(PCGS#5475)

The November 2012 Baltimore Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3099

Grade

MS65

Price

12,338

Lot Description

Gem 1869-S Quarter Rarity 1869-S Liberty Seated Quarter. Briggs 1-A Die State. MS-65 (NGC). OH. The 1869-S quarter dollar at this level is a first class rarity. In fact, the issue is scarce at any grade. Overall survivors number perhaps 100 to 150, with few in Mint State condition and only one certified finer than the present piece at NGC. The obverse exhibits dusky gold and russet toning that blends with lilac patina. The reverse is more dappled with tiny toning specks that range through greenish-gold and russet with enticing luster in the fields. The strike is sharp, this despite rather extensive encircling die cracks on the obverse extending through several stars, the rocky base and top of Liberty's head. An amazing coin that obviously was set aside at the time of issue.Numismatic Reflections by Q. David Bowers San Francisco Mint silver coins of the 1850s and 1860s range from scarce to rare in Choice to Gem Mint State. Rarities Night has more such pieces than can be reasonably expected. It may be a long time until we have the pleasure of offering a similar selection. PCGS# 5475. NGC Census: 1; 1 finer (MS-66 finest).