USA 25 cents Seated Liberty Quarter 1866
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | ¼ dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 98 |
| Mintage | 725 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.75 mm |
| diameter | 24.3 mm |
| weight | 6.22 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Coat of arms
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
QUAR.DOL.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
Addition of the motto IN GOD WE TRUST to the silver and gold coins in 1866 prompted a slight spike in sales for this date. Even so, just a single pair of dies was utilized. The new reverse was slightly lower in overall relief. Proofs of this date are fairly plentiful by 19th Century standards, and they were well made overall. Cameo proofs are available at a premium, and there is a small population of Ultra Cameo pieces that are highly sought.Read More
