USA 25 cents Barber Quarter 1913
USA, Philadelphia
硬幣屬性
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | ¼ dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 114 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.75 mm |
| diameter | 24.26 mm |
| weight | 6.25 g |
正面:
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
IN GOD WE TRUST
背面:
Coat of arms
Description:
Eagle (heraldry)
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
E PLURIBUS UNUM
QUARTER DOLLAR
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
硬幣介紹
This issue's proof mintage was higher than typical for the period, and it almost certainly reflects an additional number of silver proof sets being purchased by those seeking the new Buffalo Nickel. Though this coin could be purchased in a minor proof set with the cent at just eight cents for the pair, the debut of a new coin type often was the occasion for collectors who didn't buy proof sets on an annual basis to seek one to represent this milestone. The proof quarter dollar of 1913 has been certified in higher numbers than most dates after 1906, though precious few of these coins qualify as Cameo proofs. An unfortunate setback after several years of improving quality in the U. S. Mint's proof coins, it may have played a role in the dismal proof sales for 1914-15.閱讀更多
