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This 1928 Denver-minted piece is another stellar example of one of the most beautiful coins ever struck by the United States. In mid-grade uncirculated condition, it retains all its original luster, contributing to its excellent eye appeal. A couple of dark spots on the obverse slightly detract from its beauty, but the coin has very few distracting marks on either side. The strike is somewhat weak, with the high points on the obverse—such as the shield, eagle's feathers, and Liberty's head—showing some softness. This issue has one of the lower mintages in the series, with an estimated 3,500 surviving in uncirculated condition. However, this estimate seems conservative based on current census figures.
This 1928 Denver-minted piece is another stellar example of one of the most beautiful coins ever struck by the United States. In mid-grade uncirculated condition, it retains all its original luster, contributing to its excellent eye appeal. A couple of dark spots on the obverse slightly detract from its beauty, but the coin has very few distracting marks on either side. The strike is somewhat weak, with the high points on the obverse—such as the shield, eagle's feathers, and Liberty's head—showing some softness. This issue has one of the lower mintages in the series, with an estimated 3,500 surviving in uncirculated condition. However, this estimate seems conservative based on current census figures.
This 1929 Standing Liberty Quarter is a fine example of a mid-tier uncirculated grade from the later part of the series. The coin boasts bright, white luster with a full cartwheel effect that makes it stand out. However, under magnification, some flaws become visible. Contact marks are present on both sides, especially in the fields. Additionally, distracting darker oxidation spots appear on both sides. The strike is somewhat weak, with softer details on the shield, the eagle's body feathers, and no full head on this example. Despite these flaws, it's still a great piece, though a more common issue of the series, with an estimated survival rate of around 5,000 in uncirculated condition.
This 1929 Standing Liberty Quarter is a fine example of a mid-tier uncirculated grade from the later part of the series. The coin boasts bright, white luster with a full cartwheel effect that makes it stand out. However, under magnification, some flaws become visible. Contact marks are present on both sides, especially in the fields. Additionally, distracting darker oxidation spots appear on both sides. The strike is somewhat weak, with softer details on the shield, the eagle's body feathers, and no full head on this example. Despite these flaws, it's still a great piece, though a more common issue of the series, with an estimated survival rate of around 5,000 in uncirculated condition.
This example of the last issue of the Standing Liberty Quarter (SLQ) series is a good representation of a mid-tier uncirculated grade. The key feature is the beginning of toning on the edges, with a bright orange color starting to emerge. Although the overall eye appeal seems strong, closer inspection reveals some issues. Under magnification, the reverse shows more contact marks than the obverse, and its toning is less attractive. Both sides have slightly weaker strikes, with softer details on the high points, including the absence of a full head designation. Despite its lower mintage, this issue is relatively common compared to other SLQs, with an estimated 5,000 surviving in uncirculated grades. Interestingly, a Numismatist article mentions that freshly minted examples were still available for purchase from the Mint as late as 1934, leading to more being available in higher grades.
This example of the last issue of the Standing Liberty Quarter (SLQ) series is a good representation of a mid-tier uncirculated grade. The key feature is the beginning of toning on the edges, with a bright orange color starting to emerge. Although the overall eye appeal seems strong, closer inspection reveals some issues. Under magnification, the reverse shows more contact marks than the obverse, and its toning is less attractive. Both sides have slightly weaker strikes, with softer details on the high points, including the absence of a full head designation. Despite its lower mintage, this issue is relatively common compared to other SLQs, with an estimated 5,000 surviving in uncirculated grades. Interestingly, a Numismatist article mentions that freshly minted examples were still available for purchase from the Mint as late as 1934, leading to more being available in higher grades.
Modern clad coinage often lacks the prestige and reverence of coins from previous eras, and it's not just due to the absence of precious metals. The modern minting process makes high-grade coins more accessible. However, for standard circulating coins, a truly high grade, especially the top grade, signifies a special coin. This is one such special coin. Bright and shiny, as if it's fresh off the mint press, this example has virtually no visible issues. I could only find one mark on the obverse. Such pristine examples are rare, with most falling into the MS 65 to MS 67 range. Despite being a modern clad coin, this piece is exceptional. Core: PCGS Clear Standard Holder Label: PCGS Standard White
Modern clad coinage often lacks the prestige and reverence of coins from previous eras, and it's not just due to the absence of precious metals. The modern minting process makes high-grade coins more accessible. However, for standard circulating coins, a truly high grade, especially the top grade, signifies a special coin. This is one such special coin. Bright and shiny, as if it's fresh off the mint press, this example has virtually no visible issues. I could only find one mark on the obverse. Such pristine examples are rare, with most falling into the MS 65 to MS 67 range. Despite being a modern clad coin, this piece is exceptional. Core: PCGS Clear Standard Holder Label: PCGS Standard White
This is a fine example of an early proof Washington quarter. The strike appears solid and there are few distracting marks on the devices or fields. However, the eye appeal on this example is somewhat lacking, missing some of the highly polished fields or even the cameo effect that would elevate it to the next level. Even though only 58,000 pieces were minted, more than two-thirds have survived. Unfortunately, they were stored inadequately by the US Mint, using old box packaging with stapled mylar “flips.” This makes for a nice starter piece, but a replacement might be sought if a better example becomes available.
This is a fine example of an early proof Washington quarter. The strike appears solid and there are few distracting marks on the devices or fields. However, the eye appeal on this example is somewhat lacking, missing some of the highly polished fields or even the cameo effect that would elevate it to the next level. Even though only 58,000 pieces were minted, more than two-thirds have survived. Unfortunately, they were stored inadequately by the US Mint, using old box packaging with stapled mylar “flips.” This makes for a nice starter piece, but a replacement might be sought if a better example becomes available.
