1874 25C Arrows PR(PCGS#5575)

1874 25C Arrows PR (PCGS#5575)

The March 2012 Baltimore Auction

详细说明: 1874 Liberty Seated Quarter. Arrows. Proof-67 (NGC). The arrows flanking the date of some 1873 and all 1874 dated Seated quarters denotes a slight weight modification from 6.22 grams to 6.25 grams for this denomination as stipulated by the Mint Act of February 12, 1873. Due to the brevity of the type, Proofs of any quality are scarce commodities in the numismatic market of the 21st century. As a Superb Gem the Proof Arrows, Motto quarter is a landmark condition rarity among Liberty Seated coinage, and we suspect that the present specimen will be eagerly sought for both advanced type and date purposes. Wonderfully original with warm rose-gray patina blanketing the reverse, the obverse is lighter with silver-apricot tinting drifting toward the rim. The latter side is particularly vibrant in finish, and both are fully struck with pinpoint definition to the design. A highly appealing specimen for the discerning numismatic buyer. Numismatic Reflections by Q. David Bowers With any coin the addition of a meaningful pedigree certainly adds interest and often adds value. For many years Phil Kaufman was a bidder in our sales for choice and rare Proof coins, specializing in those dated prior to the late 1850s. His collection grew to be of legendary importance. This coin, consigned by a later owner, bears the Kaufman pedigree. The quality is almost beyond comparison, and the grade is “ultra.” Here indeed is a great find for a type set collector.