USA 25 cents Barber Quarter 1892

USA, Philadelphia
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Rarity

Extremely Rare

Attributes of Coins

RegionUSA
Denomination¼ dollar
Krause numberKM# 114
Mintage1,245
MetalSilver 0.900
thickness1.75 mm
diameter24.26 mm
weight6.25 g
Obverse:
coin obverse image
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
IN GOD WE TRUST
Reverse:
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Coat of arms
Description:
Eagle (heraldry)
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
E PLURIBUS UNUM
QUARTER DOLLAR
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Introduction of Coins

Proofs of Charles Barber's new design were highly sought for their novelty, and this date has the highest such mintage in the series. Survivors are common, and gems are not especially scarce. Cameo examples are more scarce, but a fair number have been certified. Ultra Cameo coins, however, are very rare. Both the Type 1 and Type 2 reverses were used for proofs dated 1892. This is not enough difference in rarity to justify a premium, and few collectors have shown an interest in obtaining both varieties.Read More