$2 1/2 Indian Head Quarter Eagle XF (Dates Vary)
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Introduction
The $2.50 Indian Head Quarter Eagle in Extremely Fine condition combines historic U.S. gold coinage with one of the most distinctive designs in American numismatics. Designed by Bela Lyon Pratt, these coins feature recessed design elements rather than traditional raised relief. Dates and mintmarks vary based on available inventory.
History
The Indian Head Quarter Eagle was introduced in 1908 as part of a broader transformation of American gold coinage during the early 20th century. Sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt created an innovative incuse design in which the principal devices and inscriptions were recessed below the surface of the coin.
Indian Head Quarter Eagles were struck from 1908 through 1915 and again from 1925 through 1929. Production took place at the Philadelphia and Denver Mints. The series became the final design used for the circulating $2.50 Quarter Eagle denomination.
Coins in Extremely Fine condition show evidence of circulation while retaining strong overall detail across the major design elements. Because this listing includes varying dates, the specific year, mintmark, mintage, and individual condition characteristics may vary.
Design
The obverse features a Native American portrait wearing a feathered headdress. Thirteen stars representing the original states surround the portrait. The inscription LIBERTY appears above, with the date below.
The reverse depicts an eagle perched on a bundle of arrows with an olive branch. The inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, and 2 1/2 DOLLARS.
| Year | Dates vary |
|---|---|
| Metal | Gold |
| Grade | XF |
| Weight | 0.1209 |
| Fineness | .900 |
| Diameter | 18mm |
