1805 25C MS(PCGS#5313)

The Regency Auction 34

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

225

等级

MS62+

价格

108,894

详细说明

A condition census level B-3 quarter; which like all Draped Bust quarters, is quite RARE in Mint State. This marvelous CHOICE example is worthy of any well selected type set, or collection of early quarters. A rich, satiny mint luster blooms with a bold brilliance on both sides, accenting a delightful blush of delicate lilac, rose, and pearlescent patina which graces the obverse surfaces. A well executed strike shows essentially fully defined design elements. Any of the minor weakness in strike is likely a result of the advanced state of the dies, showing multiple reverse die cracks and heavy clashing. A few hidden lines are observed with the assistance of a powerful glass, but none detract from the wonderful visual allure. The quarter denomination was not struck with regularity in the early days of the mint. Though silver coinage began in 1794, the quarter was first struck two years later. There would then be an eight year break before they would be struck again. After 1807, the denomination was struck with interruptions from 1815 to 1831. After that they were struck annually. Demand from bullion depositors was limited, as the Spanish colonial 2 Reales were readily available and accepted in early commerce to fill the void. PCGS 2, NGC 0. This coin was last sold in June 2017 as part of the Blue Moon Collection, realizing $18,213. That collection was assembled mostly in the 1970s and 1980s, but the prior provenance was unrecorded in the catalog. For the enterprising numismatic researcher, tracing the pedigree would be an interesting project. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $19,500. RARE any finer, there are 20 coins graded finer in all grades from MS63 to MS65. This is indeed a great type coin, worthy of a wonderful collection. Cert. Number 83613327 PCGS # 005313