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1808 $2 1/2 --Scratched, Cleaned--ANACS. Unc Details, Net AU50. Bass-3017, Breen-6125, R.4. The only known dies. John Reich's sole contribution to the U.S. Quarter Eagle series was a single set of dies of the Capped Bust Left type. Mated together on only one occasion, these dies produced 2,710 coins on February 26, 1808. No more Quarter Eagles would be produced until 1821, by which time the Capped Bust Left design had yielded to Robert Scot's Capped Head Left motif. Although not as rare as some catalogers have claimed, the 1808 is still an important one-year type.

Typically weak at the borders with generally sharper striking detail toward the centers, the present example displays somewhat unnatural pink-gold color over noticeably cleaned surfaces. The diagnostic obverse die crack (as struck) that joins the back of Liberty's cap to stars 8-13 is present, and it may point to early die breakage that explains the brevity of the type. A thin scratch is noted from Liberty's mouth to her hair curl. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 382 | Lot: 10312 | Jul 30, 2005

Sold For: $57,500.00
1796 $2 1/2 No Stars--Rim Damaged, Cleaned--ANACS. VF20 Details. (PCGS# 7645)
Auction 454 | Lot: 3056 | Jan 12, 2008

Sold For: $48,875.00
1798 $2 1/2 Wide Date, Five Berries AU50 ANACS. BD-2, R.5. (PCGS# 7649)
Auction 1206 | Lot: 4757 | Jun 8, 2014

Sold For: $44,062.50
1808 $2 1/2 VF30--Cleaned--ANACS. Bass-3017, Breen-6125, R.4. One of the rarest of all U.S. type coins, the 1808 quarter eagle is estimated by some numismatic authorities to exist in quantities as small as 35 to 40 examples, in all grades combined. The design of this coin, with little or no protective rims, exposed the border and central details to early and excessive wear. Despite the ANACS admonition, this coin is attractive, with pretty medium yellow-gold color on both sides. Perusal with a loupe reveals a light scrape in the left obverse field, and on the reverse there is a small, triangular planchet flaw after the denomination. Light field chatter and hairlines are also present, but overall the coin is an appealing and collectible example of this, one of the most highly coveted and sought-after issues in all of U.S. numismatics.
From The Chief Paduke Collection. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 414 | Lot: 5421 | Aug 14, 2006

Sold For: $43,125.00
1796 $2 1/2 No Stars--Ex: Jewelry, Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. Breen-6113, Bass-3002, R.5. The Mint Act of April 2, 1792 authorized the production of Quarter Eagles at the weight of 64.5 grains. While Half Eagle and Eagle production commenced in 1795, the Quarter Eagle, a less favored denomination, had to wait until 1796. The obverse design was similar to that of the 1795 Half Eagle and Eagle, but the stars were omitted from the periphery. The reasons for this omission are not clear, but may have had something to do with Breen's assertion that "the dies show evidence of careless haste, suggesting time pressure." The reverse holds two "firsts" in U.S. numismatics. This issue is the first gold coin to display the Heraldic Eagle reverse, and it is also the first coin of any denomination to exhibit 16 stars on the reverse in commemoration of Tennessee's admission to the Union. Only 963 pieces were produced, 66 coins on September 22 and 897 coins on December 8, 1796. All of these coins were delivered to the Bank of the United States, the institution that most likely deposited the bullion for coinage. Possibly 80-100 pieces are extant today in all grades. This example has bright, yellow-gold surfaces that exhibit light, wispy hairlines, more noticeable on the obverse. The design elements are well impressed throughout, the only apparent weakness being on the eagle's breast. A small indention is seen on the obverse rim and adjacent field at 2 o'clock, and a few small, unobtrusive scratches are apparent on Liberty's forehead and cap, and on the eagle's neck, breast, and adjacent shield. The design features are well centered on the planchet. This elusive coin should elicit spirited bidding among type collectors, as it is necessary for a complete collection of U.S. type coinage.
From The Paulsboro Collection, Part Two. (PCGS# 7645)
Auction 320 | Lot: 8006 | Jul 21, 2004

Sold For: $41,400.00
1848 $2 1/2 CAL. -- Genuine -- Cleaned -- ANACS. (PCGS# 7749)
Auction 1203 | Lot: 4081 | Feb 27, 2014

Sold For: $25,850.00
1808 $2 1/2 --Ex-Jewelry, Cleaned--ANACS. XF40 Details. Breen-6125, Bass-3017, BD-1, R.4. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth (2006) write that: "The 1808 quarter eagle enjoys heightened demand because it is the only date of its type, making it a 'must have' coin for anyone putting together a United States gold type set. The number of survivors is few, consistent with the low mintage (2,710 pieces)."

Semi-bright yellow-gold surfaces display traces of reddish-tan, and some fine hairlines. Sharp definition is noted on the design elements, that are well centered on the planchet. A repair has been made on the shield. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 422 | Lot: 3391 | Jan 6, 2007

Sold For: $25,564.50
1826/5 $2 1/2 --Ex-Jewelry, Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. Breen-6130, BD-1, High R.5. The 1826 quarter eagle is a fascinating issue. Part of the interest lies in the tiny mintage of only 760 pieces. In a series where attrition by melting wiped out most of the original mintages by 1834, the 1826 is considered a premier rarity. The two major grading services have only certified 20 coins in all grades (the finest being a pair of MS61s), which translates into probably only 12-15 individual pieces that have survived.

The other interesting aspect of the 1826 is the ongoing controversy whether there is an overdate feature on these coins. The Bass Sylloge states: "This variety has traditionally been called an '1826/5' overdate, though its status as an actual overdate remains unconfirmed and dubious." When one examines the date it is easy to see why this has traditionally been considered an overdate. It appears that there is the remnant of the upper left corner of a 5 to the left of the 6. Apparently ANACS believes this as well. However, the dispute appears to have been solved 25 years ago when Akers published his auction survey series on U.S. gold. He wrote: "The known specimens of 1826 are certainly from a different obverse die than any known 1825 and this is most obvious by comparing the size of the stars. The stars are much larger on the 1826 than they are on the 1825. (Note: The stars on the 1821, 1824/1 and 1825 are all very small, while those on the 1826 and 1827 are relatively large.)

The surfaces of this piece show obvious signs of cleaning at one time in the form of light hairlines. We do not see evidence of the Ex-Jewelry notation on the insert, so we assume it is on the edge of the coin. The fields are also bright and show traces of die striations which imparted much of the semi-reflective quality to the coin. Sharply struck throughout, the orange-gold surfaces show traces of light reddish patina around the stars and other devices. A rare opportunity to acq (PCGS# 7665)
Auction 430 | Lot: 4283 | Feb 17, 2007

Sold For: $25,300.00
1808 $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. Bass-3017, the only known dies, R.4. John Reich's sole contribution to the U.S. Quarter Eagle series was a single set of dies of the Capped Bust Left type. Mated together on only one occasion, these dies produced 2,710 coins on February 26, 1808. No more Quarter Eagles would be produced until 1821, by which time the Capped Bust Left design had yielded to Robert Scot's Capped Head Left motif. Although not as rare as some catalogers have claimed, the 1808 is an important one-year type whose place in the pantheon of numismatic legends is secured. Typically weak at the borders with generally sharper striking detail toward the centers, the present example displays green-gold color that brightens to yellow-gold shades as the surfaces rotate into the light. The diagnostic obverse die crack (as struck) that joins the back of Liberty's cap to stars 8-13 is present, and it may point to early die breakage that explains the brevity of the type. There are no singularly mentionable abrasions, but a somewhat glossy texture from the cleaning is noted.
From The Collection of Dennis Ridings. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 314 | Lot: 8095 | Mar 1, 2003

Sold For: $23,575.00
1808 $2 1/2 Fine 12 ANACS. Bass-3017, Breen-6125, R.4. The only dies. The 1808 Capped Bust Quarter Eagle, one of a mere 2,710 pieces minted, is needed by the modest number of date collectors of United States gold, but enjoys even heavier demand as a one-year type coin. The reason for this one-year quarter eagle delivery is most likely due to the favored status of the half eagle among gold depositors. Breen (1988) asserts that banks normally specified the denomination into which they wanted their deposits of foreign coins or native bullion coined, and over 90% of the time they wanted most or all of their deposits coined into half eagles. Indeed, the Philadelphia Mint suspended quarter eagle production from 1809-1820 due to lack of demand. The current example is yellow-gold, with slightly darker color in some of the areas adjacent to the design elements. The devices are evenly worn, and exhibit nice detail for the grade. The only notable weakness is along the right borders of each side, which is typical for the issue. The surfaces are relatively clean for a coin in this grade, with just a few trivial, hardly noticeable marks to report.
From The Paulsboro Collection, Part Two. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 320 | Lot: 8007 | Jul 21, 2004

Sold For: $21,850.00
1808 $2 1/2 --Damaged, Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF20. The 1808 Capped Bust Quarter Eagle, one of a mere 2,710 pieces minted, is needed by the modest number of date collectors of United States gold, but enjoys even heavier demand as a one-year type coin. The bright yellow-gold surfaces of this moderately circulated example show balanced wear save for normally weak borders on the right side. The planchet appears slightly wavy above the date as the result of several punch marks in the area of the scroll. Another small depression is noticed between stars 1 and 2 on the obverse. These distractions aside, an extremely scarce type coin that seldom becomes available in any condition.
From The Dr. Douglas Roane Collection. (PCGS# 7660)
Auction 330 | Lot: 7686 | Sep 20, 2003

Sold For: $18,975.00
1848 $2 1/2 CAL. -- Ex-Jewelry -- Genuine ANACS. (PCGS# 7749)
Auction 1175 | Lot: 5560 | Oct 21, 2012

Sold For: $18,800.00
1808 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4 -- Damaged, Cleaned -- ANACS. XF Details, Net VF20. (PCGS# 45515)
Auction 1293 | Lot: 3228 | Mar 14, 2019

Sold For: $17,400.00
1848 $2 1/2 CAL. VF20 ANACS. Shortly after the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill on the American River in January of 1848, 230 ounces of native California ore was sent back east by California's military governor, Colonel R. B. Mason, to Secretary of War William L. Marcy. Secretary Marcy delivered the bullion to Mint Director Robert Maskell Patterson, and instructed him that the gold was to be used to produce specially marked quarter eagles. The 1,389 pieces produced were all stamped with the abbreviation CAL. on the upper reverse just above the eagle's head in commemoration of the discovery of the Sutter's Mill discovery and subsequent gold rush. A case could be made for these specially stamped Quarter Eagles being the nation's first commemorative coins. Offered here is a pale yellow-gold, moderately worn piece that displays a small nick by the border above star 7 (roughly 12 o'clock) and a few insignificant surface grazes in the fields. The all-important CAL. imprint on the reverse is plainly evident.
From The Paulsboro Collection, Part Three. (PCGS# 7749)
Auction 352 | Lot: 7142 | Aug 21, 2004

Sold For: $16,675.00
1805 $2 1/2 XF45 ANACS. (PCGS# 7653)
Auction 1104 | Lot: 3239 | Apr 19, 2008

Sold For: $14,984.50
1808 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4 -- Graffiti, Polished -- ANACS. AU Details, Net VF20. (PCGS# 45515)
Auction 1240 | Lot: 3265 | Oct 3, 2016

Sold For: $14,100.00
1805 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4, XF45 ANACS. (PCGS# 45511)
Auction 1224 | Lot: 4138 | Sep 20, 2015

Sold For: $14,100.00
1802/1 $2 1/2 -- Bent -- ANACS. AU Details, Net XF45. Breen-6118, BD-3, R.5. (PCGS# 7650)
Auction 1167 | Lot: 4617 | Feb 5, 2012

Sold For: $12,650.00
1796 $2 1/2 Stars--Repaired, Cleaned--ANACS. VF Details, Net Fine 12. There were two distinct types of Quarter Eagles minted in 1796: No Stars and With Stars. Of the two, the No Stars is more valuable as a one-year type, but the Stars type is considerably rarer. Only 432 pieces were struck of the Stars design and estimates of survivors range from as few as 20 to 25 coins (Akers) to a high of 30 (Breen). The actual quantity extant may be closer to 40 pieces. It has been more than five years since our last offering of a 1796 Stars Quarter Eagle, that being a holed and plugged example in the 1998 Portland ANA Sale. Virtually all known specimens are in the VF-XF grade range and most show central striking weakness along with frequent adjustment marks. This piece falls into the average grade range in terms of detail, but the somewhat pockmarked surfaces are bright from cleaning. An old scratch is noticed on the lower portion of the shield.
From The Dr. Douglas Roane Collection. (PCGS# 7647)
Auction 330 | Lot: 7683 | Sep 20, 2003

Sold For: $12,075.00
1806/4 $2 1/2 8x5 Stars AU50 ANACS. BD-1, High R.4. (PCGS# 7654)
Auction 1181 | Lot: 6856 | Jan 14, 2013

Sold For: $11,750.00
1805 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4, XF45 ANACS. (PCGS# 45511)
Auction 1294 | Lot: 4616 | Apr 26, 2019

Sold For: $11,400.00
1804 $2 1/2 14 Stars Reverse, BD-2, R.4 -- Damaged, Cleaned -- ANACS. AU50 Details. (PCGS# 45510)
Auction 1341 | Lot: 3885 | Jan 14, 2022

Sold For: $11,100.00
1806/4 $2 1/2 8x5 Stars AU50 ANACS. BD-1, High R.4. (PCGS# 7654)
Auction 1167 | Lot: 4619 | Feb 5, 2012

Sold For: $10,925.00
1802/1 MS 60 ANACS. Typical for the issue, this piece has softly defined central details and shows a few very light adjustment marks in the center of the reverse. The 1802/1 is generally thought of as the second most "common" date of the Heraldic type. The term "common" must be used and understood within the context of this series, however, as no coin with a mintage of 3,035 pieces can be considered common in the absolute sense. Generally only seen in VF and XF condition, this is quite a find in uncirculated. Other than the aforementioned central softness and weak die striations, there is little else worthy of mention on the surfaces of this piece. Rich orange-gold color, semi-reflective surfaces, and an attractive coin overall. (PCGS# 7650)
Auction 137 | Lot: 5818 | Jun 7, 1995

Sold For: $10,450.00
1890 PR 66 Heavy Cameo ANACS. Of the few proofs struck, we doubt there could be any coins extant today (none are graded higher) that possess more eye appeal than this amazing piece. The fields go "black" with mirrored reflectivity and provide a stark contrast for the heavily frosted devices. This profound field-to-device contrast is seldom seen on proof coins produced prior to the 1980s. Virtually defect-free with only a slight luster scrape on the chin of Liberty worthy of mention. (PCGS# 7916)
Auction 181 | Lot: 7649 | Jan 13, 1998

Sold For: $10,062.50
1802/1 $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. (PCGS# 7650)
Auction 454 | Lot: 3717 | Jan 12, 2008

Sold For: $9,200.00
1802/1 $2 1/2 XF40 ANACS. Breen-6118, Bass-3007, R.4. All three known 1802 quarter eagle varieties are from a single obverse die, and it is usually described as an overdate due to numismatic tradition. However, this is not an overdate die. Earlier, this variety was cataloged as Breen-1 and 3 in his 1960s era monograph. Breen described two different varieties that proved to be from the same die pairing. This example has bright green-gold color with considerable luster, but was apparently down-graded due to stippled or abraded surfaces. (PCGS# 7650)
Auction 408 | Lot: 2989 | Jun 3, 2006

Sold For: $9,085.00
1829 $2 1/2 BD-1, High R.4 -- Cleaned -- ANACS. Unc. Details, Net AU50. (PCGS# 45523)
Auction 1347 | Lot: 3935 | Jul 15, 2022

Sold For: $9,000.00
1830 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4 -- Altered Surfaces -- ANACS. AU55 Details. (PCGS# 45524)
Auction 1341 | Lot: 3892 | Jan 14, 2022

Sold For: $9,000.00

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$13,500 or more
1805 $2 1/2 AU50 ANACS. The Capped Bust Right Quarter Eagle series (1796-1807) is largely unappreciated for its across-the-board rarity, and while the 1805 has been accorded "common" status for the type, it is really quite elusive when lifted outside the context of the series. Both obverse and reverse of this minimally circulated example are well defined and layered in reddish patina. A cluster of pinscratches come into view under magnification between the date and star 13. The reverse has a series of occasionally lengthy adjustment marks that run vertically from the upper border and within the body of the eagle. The genuine scarcity of this early Quarter Eagle tends to offset these moderate distractions. (PCGS# 7653)
Auction 308 | Lot: 8427 | Jan 11, 2003

Sold For: $8,912.50
1826 $2 1/2 BD-1, High R.5 -- Tooled, Cleaned -- ANACS. AU Details, Net VF30. (PCGS# 45521)
Auction 1347 | Lot: 3934 | Jul 15, 2022

Sold For: $8,400.00
1802/1 $2 1/2 BD-1, R.4, XF40 ANACS. (PCGS# 45506)
Auction 1271 | Lot: 5994 | Jan 8, 2018

Sold For: $8,400.00
1832 $2 1/2 AU55 ANACS. BD-1, R.4. (PCGS# 7672)
Auction 1189 | Lot: 6713 | Sep 29, 2013

Sold For: $8,225.00
1807 $2 1/2 --Bent, Damaged--ANACS. XF40 Details. Breen-6124, BD-1, R.3. Canary-gold save for curious aqua-blue toning near ... (PCGS# 7656)
Auction 434 | Lot: 3311 | May 11, 2007

Sold For: $8,050.00
1837 $2 1/2 --Graffiti, Cleaned--ANACS. AU50 Details. McCloskey-A, R.8. An extremely rare variety with two line vertical stripes in the shield. The 7 in the date is recut, and the A in STATES is high. Possibly a Proof-Only Variety. The other possibility is that this is the only known non-Proof example of this die marriage. A couple of prominent die cracks bisect the obverse. Considerable proof or prooflike luster, but hairlined, and the initials E.A.G. are nicely engraved above the eagle. A bit softly struck in the centers, as are the other known examples. This is only the third example of the die marriage that we have seen or heard of. One example of the variety is currently in the Smithsonian Institution holdings, and another, a Gem Proof, was sold in May 2000 as part of the Harry Bass Collection. That coin had one of the two die cracks, through star 8 and down to TY and the digit 7. However, the other crack apparent on the present coin, through star 6 and across the face to the chin and the lower border just below star 1, was not present on the Bass coin. The reverse has a faint crack through A of STATES, also not present on the Bass coin. If we are correct in our analysis, this is an incredibly important opportunity for those collectors of Classic Head Quarter Eagle varieties, representing only the third known example. A recent phone call from John McCloskey, who is currently preparing a manuscript on the Classic Head Quarter Eagles, confirms our analysis.
Ex: H. Field (12/1961) $30.
From The John H. Schroeder Collection. (PCGS# 7695)
Auction 394 | Lot: 4707 | Jan 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,050.00
1831 $2 1/2 --Rim Filed, Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net AU50. Breen-6134, Type of Bass-3028, R.4. Liberty's cheek and forehead possess light rub, but substantial luster illuminates protected areas despite the light cleaning. This richly detailed piece has a surprisingly clean obverse, and only a few unimportant marks on the reverse. Just 4,520 pieces were struck, and like all old tenor (pre-1834) gold coins, most of the production was eventually melted since the bullion value exceeded face. (PCGS# 7671)
Auction 368 | Lot: 6844 | Mar 25, 2005

Sold For: $8,050.00
1848 $2 1/2 CAL.--Genuine, Polished--ANACS (XF40 Polished). Struck from native ore brought directly from the California gold fields shortly after the discovery of the precious metal by James W. Marshall at Sutter's Mill on the American River, the 1848 CAL. quarter eagle is one of the most famous and popular of all U.S. coins. It is considered by many to be this nation's first commemorative coin, and given the intent and the counterstamp it is surprising that more were not saved at the time of issue. Only 1,389 pieces were originally marked with the "CAL." counterstamp after the shipment of California gold was sent to Philadelphia by the Secretary of War W.L. Marcy, and analysis of past auction records and other data indicates that an estimated 150 pieces have survived in all grades. This piece is unnaturally prooflike from polishing, and the bright surfaces have several tiny contact marks that possibly occurred during past service as jewelry. (PCGS# 7749)
Auction 346 | Lot: 9097 | May 8, 2004

Sold For: $8,050.00
ANACS 1848 CAL. VF 30. The CAL. quarter eagle is one of the most famous and popular of all coins of the denomination. Many consider it to be the first commemorative coin as the 1,389 pieces were all struck from the newly discovered deposits of California gold ore found along the American River. This is a pleasing, mid-range piece that has no blemishes one would really consider to be of singular importance. Deep reddish-russet toning surrounds the devices on each side. (PCGS# 7749)
Auction 112 | Lot: 5112 | Feb 8, 1994

Sold For: $7,975.00
1807 $2 1/2 XF40 ANACS. Breen-6124, BD-1, R.3. The last issue of the Capped Bust to Right quarter eagle, succeeded in 1808 by the famous and rare Capped Bust to Left quarter eagle, a one-year type coin. This piece offers lovely orange-gold surfaces that still retain much luster. A couple of noticeable scrapes are seen in the obverse fields, one on each side of Liberty's head, but much appeal remains. The reverse is choice for the grade. The "R.3" rating must be taken with several grains of salt, as this year is "common" only against the famous rarities of other years. (PCGS# 7656)
Auction 438 | Lot: 2148 | Jun 2, 2007

Sold For: $7,850.00
1807 $2 1/2 -- Ex-Jewelry, Cleaned -- ANACS. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (7/94). PCGS Population (13/75). Mintage: 6,812. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/PCGS coin in AU50: $14,500. (#7656) (PCGS# 7656)
Auction 131236 | Lot: 28463 | Sep 4, 2012

Sold For: $7,801.00

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$11,702 or more
1827 $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF45. Breen-6131, Type of Bass-3025, R.5. Well struck for this difficult type, with slight softness noted on the eagle's vertical shield lines. Liberty exhibits only faint wear on her forehead and hair curls. A hairlined representative that also has a few wispy abrasions on the portrait. A rare date, even by the exacting standards of the Capped Head Left type. Only 2,800 pieces were recorded as struck, and PCGS has encapsulated only 25 examples in all grades, some of which could be resubmissions.
From the Virgil Farstad Collection. (PCGS# 7666)
Auction 346 | Lot: 9070 | May 8, 2004

Sold For: $7,762.50
1798 $2 1/2 --Damaged, Cleaned--ANACS. XF Details. Wide Date, Five Berries, Breen-6117, Bass-3006, R.4. Bright luster dominates the borders and outlines the devices. The portrait has only moderate wear, and the obverse is problem-free. Numerous pinscratches affect the upper reverse, most are located alongside the horizontal shield stripes or the clouds above the eagle's head. Pinscratches also outline the left (facing) wing, and a couple of handling marks are present. Still desirable, due to the luster extent and the quality of the obverse. (PCGS# 7649)
Auction 394 | Lot: 4693 | Jan 7, 2006

Sold For: $7,475.00
1832 $2 1/2 --Scratched--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF45. Bass-3029, the only known dies, R.4. No Quarter Eagle production of the Capped Head Left design should rightly be considered common in today's hobby. The vast majority of coins produced from 1821-1834 (the years in which this design was employed for this denomination) were melted due to rising gold prices on the world market. This 1832 representative is a survivor from an original mintage of just 4,400 coins. Although not problem-free, the surfaces display overall bold definition with only modest softness of detail confined to some of the highpoints. The latter is due to the fact that the 1832 was prepared in higher relief than the 1829, 1830, and 1831 and, thus, was subjected to poorer strikes and more rapid wear. There are several marks confined to the reverse across the eagle's wing, head, and UNUM, and some scattered pinscratches in the left obverse field. Still, a very collectible example of this rarely seen date. (PCGS# 7672)
Auction 320 | Lot: 8010 | Jul 21, 2004

Sold For: $7,302.50
1798 $2 1/2 --Damaged--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. Wide Date. 5 Berries. Once considered the scarcer of two varieties for this very difficult date, but since the 1970s the majority of the 1798 quarter eagles surfacing have been this die pairing. A total of 1,094 pieces were recorded to have been struck, although a delivery of 480 coins was made in December of 1799 and has been speculated by experts to have included the 1798 5 Berries pieces, as there are no coins of this denomination dated 1799 or 1800. The surfaces here exhibit good sharpness and are bright and pebbly with rich yellow-gold color. We notice a couple of scratches on the obverse across Liberty's cheek and neck. Still, an important, rarely offered early gold issue. (PCGS# 7649)
Auction 280 | Lot: 7970 | Jan 12, 2002

Sold For: $7,187.50
1832 $2 1/2 --Repaired--ANACS. AU50 Details. (PCGS# 7672)
Auction 1114 | Lot: 2799 | Aug 3, 2008

Sold For: $6,900.00
1807 $2 1/2 XF40 ANACS. Bass-3016, Breen-6124, R.3. This is the final issue of the major design type, and clearly the most common. Approximately one-third of the entire quarter eagle production from 1796 to 1807 was coined in this year. The present example has deep orange-gold color with considerable remaining luster. In fact, the overall appearance, detail, and luster suggest a higher grade, and while not assigned a net-grade, the overall quality assessment has likely been reduced because of a couple noticeable scratches in the obverse fields. (PCGS# 7656)
Auction 402 | Lot: 1579 | Apr 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,900.00
1832 $2 1/2 --Scratched, Cleaned--ANACS. Unc Details, Net AU50. Bass-3029, Breen-6135, R.4. No Quarter Eagle production of the Capped Head Left design should rightly be considered common in today's hobby. The vast majority of coins produced from 1821-1834 (the years in which this design was employed for this denomination) were melted due to rising gold prices on the world market. This 1832 representative is a survivor from an original mintage of just 4,400 coins. Although not problem-free, the surfaces display overall bold definition with only modest softness of detail confined to some of the highpoints. The latter is due to the fact that the 1832 was prepared in higher relief than the 1829, 1830, and 1831 and, thus, was subjected to poorer strikes and more rapid wear. There are several marks confined to the obverse at the lower right quadrant. The fields are noticeably hairlined from the rather harsh cleaning. Still, a very collectible example of this rarely seen date. (PCGS# 7672)
Auction 368 | Lot: 6845 | Mar 25, 2005

Sold For: $6,900.00
1831 $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF45. Bass-3028, Breen-6134, R.4. The 1831 is a more difficult issue in the Capped Head Left series, comparable to the 1830 and 1832, and considerably more difficult than the 1829. Only 4,520 pieces were struck, and most of these pieces were melted shortly after production as their bullion value exceeded face. Only one die marriage is known for 1831 Quarter Eagles, all of which have a widely recut U in UNITED. The eagle's shield is not fully struck, but the remaining design details are bold. Although the fields are hairlined, substantial bright luster aids the eye appeal.
From The Paulsboro Collection. (PCGS# 7671)
Auction 349 | Lot: 6185 | Jun 5, 2004

Sold For: $6,900.00

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