1915 $2.50 PR(PCGS#7964)

August 2021 ANA U.S. Coins Auction

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

4189

等级

PR65

价格

233,224

详细说明

Final Year Proof 1915 Indian Quarter Eagle Handsome Coarse Grain Sandblast Finish 1915 Indian Quarter Eagle. JD-1, the only known dies. Rarity-5-. Proof-65 (PCGS). An impressive and significant Gem survivor of the final entry in the brief and challenging Proof Indian quarter eagle series. Expertly produced and just as carefully preserved, both sides exhibit lovely color in a blend of mustard and orange-gold. The sandblast finish is similar to that seen on the Proof 1914 offered above, being of a coarse grain texture with fewer individual facets than seen on the typical Proof 1911, 1912 or 1913 of this type. Attractive in all regards, this beautiful specimen would serve as a highlight in any collection. The Proof Indian quarter eagle series passed into history in 1915 with a mintage of just 100 coins. This is the lowest yearly total for the type, the Mint clearly anticipating paltry sales to a contemporary public that had long since become disenchanted with the sandblast proofing technique. The experts at PCGS CoinFactsaccount for a mere 60 to 75 survivors in all grades, similar to John W. Dannreuther's assertion that 70 to 80 pieces are extant. The vast majority of examples in numismatic hands are no finer than Choice in quality. Clearly this Gem is a superior example that is worthy of the strongest bids. Provenance: From the Castle Pines Collection. PCGS Population: 4; 14 finer (Proof-68 finest). PCGS# 7964. NGC ID: 289P. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Click here to see Coins in Motion.[“Coins]