One of Simpson’s famous coins
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This coin has a double layer of history. Not only is it a proof Indian Head Quarter Eagle, but it hails from the famed Simpson Collection.
Today, Bob Simpson is co-chairman of the Texas Rangers baseball team. But when he was a boy, he was just an aspiring coin collector, combing through rolls of coins for something valuable. As an adult, he assembled his collection over many decades. And his patience paid off.
The Simpson Collection is one of the finest troves of US coins ever collected. “I think coins should be appreciated almost as artwork,” Simpson once said. And when you look at this coin from his collection, you can see why.
Every detail pops in the design: the feathers of the headdress, the light and shadow playing on the Native American man’s face, the eagle’s feathers, and even the eagle’s eye as he looks stoically into the distance.
This is a PR66 with the green CAC sticker, which means it has been graded to the highest possible standard. Every line in the incused relief has been examined by the most exacting numismatists in the industry.
When you own a coin this fine, you own a piece of art—a piece of art with investment value.
As the man who owned this coin oncesaid,
“You can always get more money, but some of these opportunities, you can’t produce another one.”
Wise words from one of history’s most successful coin collectors.
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1910 Historical Events Timeline
February – Boy Scouts of America Founded
William D. Boyce incorporated the Boy Scouts of America in Washington, D.C., inspired by the British Boy Scout movement to promote character development and outdoor skills among youth. The organization quickly grew, establishing local councils and becoming a key part of American youth programs.
May – Glacier National Park Created
On May 11, 1910, President Taft signed legislation establishing Glacier National Park in Montana to preserve its stunning alpine landscapes and wildlife. The park became a flagship of the National Park Service, drawing millions of visitors.
October – Theodore Roosevelt Flew in an Airplane
Former President Theodore Roosevelt became the first U.S. president or ex-president to fly in an airplane, taking a four-minute ride with pilot Arch Hoxsey in St. Louis. The event symbolized America’s embrace of aviation technology.
