1896 $2.50, DCAM PR(PCGS#97922)

The November 2012 Baltimore Auction

Auktionator

Stack's Bowers

Losnummer

3249

Erhaltungsgrad

PR66+DCAM

Preis

31.725

Losbeschreibung

Exemplary Deep Cameo Gem Proof 1896 Liberty Quarter Eagle 1896 Liberty Quarter Eagle. Proof-66+ Deep Cameo (PCGS). CAC. Exceptionally bright with no signs of toning on this glorious Gem Proof, with the bold contrast between the highly reflective fields and the frosted devices. Surface quality is remarkable, as there are no nicks or heavy lines on the delicate surfaces, and this degree of technical quality is unusual even on these Proof coins. The total mintage for the year was 132 pieces of which perhaps 60 to 80 are known in all grades today. Gems are the most prized, and with fewer coins seen as the desired grade ticks up point by point, at this PR-66+ level there are just two seen, with two seen above. The late 1890s era found the Philadelphia Mint perfecting the contrast on Proofs, with these gold coins showing their absolute strongest contrast. For identification there is a short lintmark just past the final A of AMERICA. PCGS# 97922. PCGS Population: 2; 2 finer (PR-67 Deep Cameo finest) within the Deep Cameo designation.