Whitman Expo
1914-D $2.50 Gold MS Values
Details
This issue from Denver is the third scarcest date of this relatively short Indian Quarter Eagle series. Like most issues in this series, the 1914-D is only rare in gem grades. Lower mint state coins are plentiful but those finer gems are much more difficult to come by. Nicer color, less graininess and stronger luster than average but the striking for this date is quite weak. Weak rims and a not so bold mintmark make the overall look of this issue below average amongst the series.
This coin is made of 90% gold; 10% silver & copper and has a current melt value of $568.02
Obverse: The obverse features the portrait of a Native American chieftain in formal headdress struck incuse with the words LIBERTY at the top and the date at the bottom. 13 stars frame the left and right sides: 6 at left and 7 on the right.
Reverse: The traditional American eagle struck incuse in the center with the words, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at top, E PLURIBUS UNUM left of the eagle, and IN GOD WE TRUST to the right of the eagle. The denomination 2 1/2 DOLLARS struck below the eagle.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Denver
Mintage:
448,000
Coinage Type:
Gold Quarter Eagle
Coinage Years:
1908-1929
Composition:
90% gold; 10% silver & copper
Mint Mark:
D
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
4.18 gr
Weight:
0.1344 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.121 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
18 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Bella Lyon Pratt
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1914
Obverse Designer:
Bela Lyon Pratt
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, 2 1/2 DOLLARS
Reverse Designer:
Beyla Lyon Pratt
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