Liberty Seated Quarters

1856 to 1891

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Pricing Comments: Liberty Seated quarters are probably the most under valued seated coinage denomination. The full date and mintmark set is extremely difficult to complete due to length and individual date rarities. Weak strikes are also an ongoing issue for many dates including weak head and breast details and incomplete definition of reverse feathers. You will find competitive retail asking prices for nice original and problem free coins. Quarters with small issues will be discounted accordingly.

Rotated Reverses: Reverse images are best effort to capture the actual reverse rotation with respect to obverse position. If a rotated reverse is seen in the images, then this is how the quarter appeared during photography and the descriptions may not include specific comments as to the observation.

Top 25 Varieties Information: Just click on the Top 25 Variety # to access detailed information published by Greg Johnson, noted Seated quarter varieties expert.

There are 40 Coins for Sale. New coin(s) added on May 7, 2023

Photo Date Grade TPG Variety GFRC Rating Price Description Buy
Seated 25C 1856 1856
VF35 PCGS
30620499
Briggs 1-A
Original $125 Near-Choice, Eclectic Collection.. This is a crusty, original example of one of the more accessible dates within the Liberty Seated quarter series. Dirt huddles in the protected areas, notably within the reverse shield and arrows. Strike is typical, with softly impressed stars. Briggs 1-A, with a high date and compass point reverse. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
Seated 25C 1856 1856
VF35 PCGS
31509479

Choice $160 Misplaced Date, Choice Original. Ex. Eclectic Collection. The 1856 FS-301 quarter features the remnants of a digit punched into the folds of the gown, to the right of the shield. This example exhibits mixed shades of olive, gold and navy patina, accompanied by crusty shields and scattered dirt throughout the eagle. The originality is strong and is close to a CAC standard. A few marks in the right obverse field are noted. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
Seated 25C 1856O 1856-O
VF35 NGC
411675420
Unlisted
Choice $225 Crusty Gray Patina, Steely Fields, Well Preserved. Attributing 1856-O die varieties can be challenging as is the case for this new offering. Based on the Briggs book, I see obverse 3 paired with reverse E. Die specialist may wish to take note. This is a choice survivor with what first appears as crusty gray patina on both sides. Angled lighting exposes steely fields and aquamarine shades. Strike is typical while grading is accurate. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
Seated 25C 1857 1857
MS66+
NGC
6060865003

Gem $6300 Superb Gem Original, Osprey Collection. A thick band of blue-green color surrounds the obverse, highlighted by burnt russet patina above the head. Rose and gold centers are lightly toned, and the eye appeal is exceptional. Fully struck, an important distinction for this date, as many high-grade pieces come with soft stars or other striking issues. Under a glass, fine die polish lines are evident on both sides. CAC has certified 100 pieces, with 10 examples finer. A superb example of the type. Housed in new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1857 1857
MS66
PCGS
20211414

Gem $4900 Unquestionably Gem, Exceptional Bright Light Viewing, Sharp Steely Frosted Luster. A gorgeous gem that MUST BE VIEWED in-hand to be appreciated! Sadly, the GFRC images are unable to capture the viewing transition when placed under a bright light. The in-hand greens and rose shift to mostly light blues with a huge peripheral gold ring that is absolutely enthralling. What other superlatives can be used to describe this gem? Eye appeal and luster is of a higher grade with a contact mark by star 5 that most likely account for the certified grade. Luster is sharp and brilliant from steely surfaces. Once again, I must ask for clients to trust this description rather than the images. Photographing high grade gems with lightly contrasted patina brings its illustration challenges. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1857 1857
Reverse Die Clash
EF40 PCGS
41025101
FS-901
Choice $4700 Flying Eagle Die Clash, Choice Original, Eclectic Collection.. Deep gray surfaces lead toward russet patina at the rims, while the protected areas of the central devices host similar copper shades. Strike is typical, with flat stars and eagle feathers blending together. Briggs 6-F, with Flying Eagle cent clash marks above the wings. This is one of the more bizarre errors in the quarter series and clearly the result of either gross negligence or deliberate chicanery. Either way, it's a great conversation piece and ideal for sharing with other collectors. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2022) holder.
Seated 25C 1857 1857
VF35 ANACS
7294264

Original $83 Crusty Gray, Accurately Grade, Union Bridge Collection. Crusty gray patina is uniform and validates the strict originality of this Union Bridge Collection release. Fields are minimally abraded while the strike shows some obverse weakness. Housed in new ANACS gold label holder.
Seated 25C 1857O 1857-O
MS62 NGC
3814091004
Briggs 1-A
Choice $2100 Choice Original, Eclectic Collection.. A wide array of color is evident as this piece is flipped under a light, with rose, gold, and blue patina apparent. Nicely struck, with just a couple soft stars, while the usual problem area south of the reverse shield is fully detailed. Briggs 1-A, with the mintmark just left of center. All coins exist on a continuum, and this original piece is close to the CAC standard, possibly precluded by only a few stray lines in right obverse field. Still, this piece far nicer than most 1857-O quarters encountered in the market. Housed in a newer NGC holder with edge view insert.
Seated 25C 1858 1858
VF Details PCGS
45219607

Cleaned $85 Cleaned Obverse, Natural Crusty Reverse. Accurately certified as the obverse has been cleaned with some recovery. Reverse is perfectly original. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with Cleaned-VF Details opinion.
Seated 25C 1858O 1858-O
VF35 PCGS
16341992
Briggs 1-A
Choice $250 Crusty Ebony-Gray, Steely Fields, Choice Surfaces, New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder. Full description will be added if not sold at the Spring 2023 Whitman Baltimore. This piece is immediately available via price list.
Seated 25C 1858O 1858-O
VF25 PCGS
27869106

Choice $165 Choice Original, Lightly Mottled Brown/Gray Patina, Accurately Graded. A better date with mintage of only 520,000 pieces and few examples in population reports for mid circulated grades. Surfaces are strictly original and covered with gun metal gray and blue patina. Accurately graded with no blemishes or distractions. The obverse toning is a bit mottled on Liberty but there is also some haze on the PCGS holder that impacts the image. Housed in 2013 PCGS holder.
Seated 25C 1858S 1858-S
VF20 PCGS
29177556
Briggs 1-A
Original $975 Difficult Early San Francisco Date, Light Gray Patina, Toning Spots. An important 1858-S Briggs 1-A example that survived the early western frontier days. The initial smaller silver denominations sport moderate mintages at the San Francisco Mint including the 1858-S issue with 121,000 pieces immediately entering circulation and remaining there. No Mint State examples are known. This moderately circulated survivor was recently purchased and is available. Surfaces are toned an even light gray with several enhanced toning areas. Those areas are darker on the images than during in-hand viewing due to the way that GFRC images are processed. A 10x found "dirt" surrounding the lower eagle claws and arrows. PCGS has certified only 10 pieces at the offered grade. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) holder.
Seated 25C 1859O 1859-O
EF45 PCGS
16341993
Briggs 1-A
Choice $600 Crusty Brownish-Gray, Strictly Original, Choice Surfaces, New Orleans Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder. Full description will be added if not sold at the Spring 2023 Whitman Baltimore. This piece is immediately available via price list.
Seated 25C 1859S 1859-S
F15 PCGS
81274489
Briggs 1-A
Original $1295 Rare San Francisco Date, Light Gray, Bold Devices at Grade. During 1859, the still relatively new San Francisco mint struck only 80,000 Seated quarters. That mintage entered western frontier commerce and remained there for years. Indeed, not even a single Mint State example is known, as no one systematically collected this coinage at the time of issue. Present day collectors struggle to locate the date due to low survival rates. GFRC is pleased to offer this newly purchased example with light gray shades including darker gray at the peripheries. PCGS was tough on this example as there is a substantial amount of device details for the certified grade. A solid example that will fill that long standing hole in a date and mintmark set without breaking the bank. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Seated 25C 1860 1860
AU55 PCGS
8901007

$600 Type II/I Design Hubs, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Patina, Conservative Grading. Ex. Saw Mill Run Collection. A superbly toned 1860 Philadelphia strike with wonderful preservation that deserves a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. The steely frosted luster offers considerable reflectance under angled lighting. Cartwheels are vibrant and certainly pleasing. Toning has subtle golden-rose hues with deeper shades on the obverse. Struck from Type II obverse and Type I reverse design hubbed dies. Strike is nearly complete with a touch of weakness at the top of Liberty's head and surrounding two stars. Conservatively graded as I've seen similar in AU58 holders. A quality offering that should not last long on the price list regardless of the premium. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Seated 25C 1860S 1860-S
VG10 raw
Briggs 1-A
Original $1900 Original Gray, Sunset Point Collection. The 1860 San Francisco date is scarce in all grades with a limited mintage of 56,000. Most surviving examples will be found in the Very Good through Fine grade range as is the case with this original example. Obverse rims are bold with six full letters in LIBERTY presence. The reverse rim has barely worn through under (U)NITED and the olive leaves. Surfaces are toned a medium gun metal gray with blue shades evident under a light source. This example is entirely blemish free with no marks, lines or other anomalies. I'm comfortable in indicating that TPG grading is a strong possibility given the natural coloring. An important offering from the Sunset Collection of Liberty Seated quarters and ideal for a Dansco or Whitman album set. Fairly priced!
Seated 25C 1861 1861
EF Details PCGS
37248691

Market Acceptable $110 Golden Gray Patina, AU Details, Ancient Cleaning, Original. A very presentable 1861 Seated quarter with darker golden gray patina. Bright light inspection exposes some center rose. I'm not buying PCGS's environmental damage claim but the luster is too reflective to be natural. I call this one as an ancient cleaning with proper retoning. Perfect for a crack out and placement in bookshelf album. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with Environmental Damage-XF Details opinion.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
VF20
PCGS
11628839
Briggs 1-A
Choice $2750 New May 7! Rare San Francisco Date, Choice Original, Mountain View Collection.. This is a well preserved 1861 San Francisco strike and key date in the Liberty Seated quarter series. Mintage is 96,000 with few saved by Western frontier citizens. The mintage went into circulation and remained there until well worn or lost. The number of AU survivors is incredibly low with no Mint State examples certified by PCGS. This CAC approved specimen offers moderate wear with natural light gray surfaces. A thoroughly pleasing offering that will garner attention from Seated quarter specialists. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. Ex. Saw Mill Run Collection.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
P01
NGC
5952175003

Choice $395 New April 11! Low Ball Set Candidate, Well Worn, Natural Coin Gray Surfaces. It is clear that the entire 1861-S Seated quarter mintage went directly into circulation with nearly all remaining there or eventually lost. No Mint State examples are known. This example showcases how the issue circulated extensively given a Poor 01 certification. Surfaces are toned a natural medium gray with the date and mintmark visible. Luckily, this piece escaped with no significant abrasions or cleaning. A perfect candidate for those pursuing Low Ball registry sets or just as a conversation piece. The offer price is reasonable for the key date status. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
VF Details PCGS
83712266

Cleaned $1150 Rare Date, Original Surfaces, Rose-Gray Toning, Obverse Rim Damage, Strong VF Devices, LaSalle Collection. An important offering for all serious collectors of the Liberty Seated quarter series. Mintage of 96,000 and very scarce in all grade. Typically found in G-VG and rarely in VF or better. The LaSalle Collection brings an original Very Fine example to market but with an obverse rim clip at stars 6 and 7. Much of the clip is hidden by the PCGS edge prong otherwise this piece is fully original. Rose-gray patina covers the obverse while the reverse is toned an even light gray. Strike is well executed . Freshly graded and housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with VF Details (Rim Damage) certification. An ideal "filler" candidate for a Dansco album collection at a fair price.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
VF30 NGC
1660148001

Choice $2750 Rare San Francisco Date, Choice Surfaces, Distinctive Eye Appeal, Accurately Graded. A noteworthy 1861 San Francisco Seated quarter offering along with distinction as a key date in the series. Mintage is documented at 96,000 pieces with few saved from western frontier commerce. Nearly the entire mintage went into circulation and remained there until well worn or lost. This survivor is noteworthy for its stellar preservation and nearly unabraded fields. Wear is uniform with the surfaces covered by a tannish-gray patina with richer brown shades on the obverse. Overall eye appeal is well above average for a circulated example of this date. A 10x inspection located a few hidden lines in the upper right obverse field of no consequence. A piece of Civil War era history that is worthy of consideration. Housed in post 2008 NGC holder with edge view insert.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
VF30 PCGS
81469524

Original $2850 Rare in Higher Grade, Original Gun Metal Gray-Blue Patina, Accurately Grade, Dallas Collection. An important offering for all serious collectors of the Liberty Seated quarter series. 1861 San Francisco mintage was limited to 96,000 with the entire production being placed into western frontier commerce. As a result this date is very scarce in all grades and typically found in G-VG while being rare in VF or better. This new offering is perfectly original with a crusty patina that is predominately gray-blue. The untoned obverse areas resulted from foreign material that blocked the oxidation process and eventually lifted off the surface. Trace of that material can be found surrounding star 1. Strike is typical and evenly executed. Angled lighting inspection reveals steely fields and traces of luster. Overall, a challenging date with few reaching the market at this grade level. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Seated 25C 1861S 1861-S
VF20 NGC
3889113017

Choice $2200 Key Date, Even Gray, Choice Surfaces, Super Eye Appeal. The Dallas Collection is releasing another 1861-S key date Seated quarter that offers notable eye appeal. Light gray surfaces are naturally toned with ebony shaded "dirt" surrounding all motifs and within the protected device areas. The preservation is outstanding as the fields are pristine. Strike is typical for the issue. Housed in NGC Gen 17 (2004-2008) holder.
Seated 25C 1863 1863
AU Details PCGS
45059823

Market Acceptable $500 Civil War Date, Steely Textured Fields, Coin Gray, Market Acceptable. Any 1863 Seated quarter with this type of look is fair game as so few are available. Surfaces have a steely texture that results from faint porosity. I'm not buying the PCGS surfaces smooth opinion, rather enivronmental damage would be more appropriate. Another one of those coins that would well in a Dansco or Whitman album collection as it has a close to natural "look". Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with Surfaces Smoothed-AU Details opinion.
Seated 25C 1866 1866
With Motto
AU55 PCGS
21732596
Briggs 1-A
Original $3250 Low Mintage Civil War Issue, Rose-Gray and Aquamarine, Steely Fields, Twin Lakes Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. Another Twin Lakes release arrives to the price list. This 1866 Civil War era Philadelphia strike is one from a mintage of only 16,800. A dusky russet-gray patina is lighter on the obverse coupled with irregular aquamarine at the stars and date. A well struck example overall including center reverse weakness from a damaged die. This turbulent period saw limited silver circulating coinages, since those pieces were replaced by fractional currency. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder.
Seated 25C 1867S 1867-S
VF20 raw
Briggs 1-A
Original $750 Rare San Francisco Date, Original Crusty Gray, Upper Right Reverse Hit, West Texas Collection. . An evenly toned example of the scarce 1867-S issue, with a small mintage of 48,000 pieces. Original gray patina covers both sides. There is enhanced wear on the lower right obverse at Liberty's lower legs, the foot, and extending into the right field. The wear results from the piece being bent due to a hit on the upper right reverse at (AM)ERICA. Attractively priced for the preservation state and ideal for that challenging empty hole in a Dansco or Whitman album collection. From the West Texas Collection.
Seated 25C 1868S 1868-S
VG10 raw
Briggs 1-A
Original $300 Low Mintage San Francisco Date, Original Gray Patina, Very Pleasing at Grade, West Texas Collection. There is not question that 1868 brings a challenging San Francesco date for Liberty Seated quarter collectors. Mintage was limited to 96,000 pieces coupled with a low survival rate. Choice survivors are rare in any grade. The West Texas Collection consignor arrives with this perfectly original VG10 example. Surfaces are toned a natural gray along with being unabraded for the grade. The reverse rims are worn through the natural toning exposing the underlying silver coloring. Please be aware that the GFRC images have amplified the contrast between the natural gray and silver coloring. This is a nice example overall and perfect for a Dansco bookshelf album collection.
Seated 25C 1872 1872
MS64 NGC
447095004
Briggs 2-B
Choice $3750 Choice Original, Sunset Point Collection. A very flashy and highly reflective coin that is well defined in most areas. Each side shows subtle golden patina that adds considerable character to the overall eye appeal of this lovely coin. Housed in a green label holder. An excellent value for an MS64 piece, and a much scarcer date in the better grades of Mint State with only 13 other pieces so graded by PCGS and two finer Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. Part of a complete set of Liberty Seated quarters offered by the Sunset Point Collection.
Seated 25C 1873 1873
No Arrows
PR65 PCGS
34457485
Briggs 1-A
Gem $1350 No Arrows Proof Strike, Brilliant Reflectance, Full Mirrors, Attractive Toning.. A captivating 1873 No Arrows strike in the tradition of Philadelphia Liberty Seated proof coinage. Meticulously preserved with bold mirrors and brilliant reflectance. Rose-gray toning is continuous while the reverse exhibits center rose with a blue ring framed by peripheral gold. As with most 19th Century proofs, angled lighting will expose the true coloration and beauty. All 1873 No Arrows proof strike come with a Closed 3 date punch. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Seated 25C 1874 1874
With Arrows
MS64 NGC
289147007

Choice $1600 With Arrows Type, Tan-Gold Patina, Frosty Luster, Active Cartwheels, Choice Original Surfaces, Typical Strike, Sunset Point Collection. A perfect With Arrows type offering or ideal for those pursuing mint state Seated quarters. Sparkling cartwheel luster and thick mint frost are immediately evident during bright light viewing. Both sides are toned. Obverse coloring is mostly tannish-gold while the reverse is creamy white gold with embedded sky blue. Strike is typical for the date. Abrasions are to a minimum and consistent with the assigned grade. Heavy die clashing is also seen on the obverse. Overall, a frosty choice original offering for the selective collector. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. Part of a complete set of Liberty Seated quarters offered by the Sunset Point Collection.
Seated 25C 1876S 1876-S
MS61 NGC
5895613004
FS-302
Choice $425 Misplaced Date, Choice Original, Eclectic Collection.. This FS-302 example exhibits a misplaced digit in the denticles, below the 8 in the date. Toning of the present example is primarily silver and gray, with a spray of charcoal color present to the right of Liberty, while the reverse exhibits a light mist of tan patina with scattered ebony shades at the rim. Star points are sharp, while some of the eagle's claws are joined. A number of issues in the quarter series are rich in varieties, and would could easily form a reference collection of 1876-S pieces. With a high mintage, undocumented varieties are surely waiting to be found by an astute collector. Housed in a new large font NGC holder.
Seated 25C 1877S 1877-S
MS64 NGC
1848081015
Briggs 11-J
Choice $895 Medium S, Near Gem Original, Huge Bright Light Eye Appeal, Accurately Graded. If GFRC customers could only view this piece under bright light...Wow! Strictly original and natural patina covers the surfaces and the in hand appearance is that of mostly rose coloring with some aquamarine at the obverse rim and light rose across the reverse. Well that all changes when this piece is exposed to a light source. The obverse turns into a color masterpiece with core blue and rose intermixed center that transitions to light yellow gold at the rims. Believe me, I'm not over exaggerating on this one and the eye appeal is well above MS64. The reverse stays rose under bright light with a dash of blues at AMERICA. Housed in pristine older NGC holder.
Seated 25C 1877S 1877-S
MS64 NGC
1634986002

Choice $800 Choice Original, Sunset Point Collection. The 1877-S Seated quarter may be one of the more available pieces in the series, but it's hard to get tired of looking at well-preserved 19th century silver coinage. This MS64 peice is largely untoned, with occasional touches of ochre at the rims. The strike is complete with most star centers defined. A few ticks are hidden in the lower portion of Liberty's gown. This would be a nice addition to a Seated type set or high-grade collection of Seated quarters. Housed in a late-1990s NGC holder with standard ring insert. Part of a complete set of Liberty Seated quarters offered by the Sunset Point Collection.
Seated 25C 1878CC 1878-CC
Canceled Die Obverse
VF30 PCGS
32409286
Briggs 1-A
Choice $300 Canceled Die Obverse, Crusty Gray Patina, Choice Original, Murphys Collection. The 1878-CC Canceled Die Obverse has proven its popularity with inclusion into the Seated quarter Top 25 Varieties set. The Murphys Collection has released a choice specimen with steely fields covered by natural crusty gray patina. The long die scratch through Liberty's midsection is easily seen with 10x. The lower reverse is heavily polished and nearly effacing the denomination. Fairly priced for the quality. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder.
Seated 25C 1878CC 1878-CC
VF30 PCGS
30447973
Briggs 1-A
Choice $300 Canceled Die Obverse, Crusty Olive-Rose Gray Patina, Choice Surfaces, Cleveland Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. The Cleveland Collection consignor does not limit himself to Top 100 Seated dime varieties. This choice 1878-CC Seated quarter Canceled Die Obverse offering is yet another die variety duplicate being made available from his Top 25 Seated quarter varieties. All diagnostics are easily seen with 10x loupe including the diagonal die scratch in the reverse shield (Reverse of 1877-CC). Natural olive and gray colorings are predominant with heavier shades on the reverse. Bright light inspection reveals embedded rose on the obverse. Strike is typical for the die pairing. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder.
Seated 25C 1878S 1878-S
AG3
PCGS
33480239
Briggs 1-A
Choice HOLD
$400
New May 7! Choice Original, Mountain View Collection.. The 1878 San Francisco date appears less frequently than its mintage of 140,000 would suggest. Briggs states that, "scarcer than mintage would indicate due to melting at the mint for making the new dollar design of that year". Survivor surface quality is also an incremental challenge. CAC population stands at 14 pieces with this AG3 lot being the lowest approved. Though well worn, surfaces are toned the expected coin gray. The obverse rim is bold with four letters in LIBERTY showing while the reverse has considerable wear. The CAC price guide is $351 with a VG08 being the next available at a substantially higher premium. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1879 1879
PR65
PCGS
25389965

Gem $1950 Exceptional Bright Light Eye Appeal, Brilliant Reflectance, Wide Ranging Obverse Colors. A "Wow!" proof offering that explodes with gorgeous coloration when placed under angled lighting. Fields are sharply mirrored with brilliant reflectance. Obverse toning shifts dramatically from in-hand aquamarine rose-gold to a brilliant orange and yellow gold framing center blues and a splash of rose. Reverse coloring will shift between blue and olive-green based on the angled position. A 10x review confirm the absence of any hairlines. This 1879 Seated proof quarter is the real deal and with delight the new owner. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. Please note that the holder is worn with random hazing.
Seated 25C 1883 1883
PF64
NGC Fatty
102066003

Gem $1325 Superb Reflectance, Pristine Fields, Classic Bright Light Eye Appeal. If in the market for a superior Liberty Seated quarter type piece, then please take a close look at the gorgeous gem 1883 proof example. Mirrored fields radiate sharp reflective luster that is more than pleasing. I'm certainly enjoying the multiple passes under a bright light as the coloration shifts from intermixed center rose-blue to peripheral gold. This piece has the classic proof appearance without abrasions. If looking long enough with a 10x, one might find a few wispy hairlines of no importance. Assigning a Gem quality rating to this offering was straightforward. Housed in NGC Gen 5 (1992-1995) Fatty holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1888S 1888-S
MS65+
PCGS
37579248

Gem $3750 New May 7! Gem Original, Oregon Beaver Collection.. Swirling shades of russet, blue-green, and maroon patina cover both sides of this GFRC-rated Gem quarter. The booming, frosty luster is complemented by a sharp strike that reveals defined star points and clean separation in the claws. The CAC population is 32 coins in all grades, with seven pieces finer. Housed in a D.L. Hansen-pedigreed PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) Gold shield holder with CAC approval. The import of the D. L. Hansen pedigree is not yet as recognized as it ought to be, as this still evolving collection is already competitive with the greatest "name" collections in numismatic history. The CAC price guide value in MS65 is $3,190.
Seated 25C 1890 1890
AU50
PCGS
84309063

Choice $600 New May 7! Choice Original, Saw Mill Run Collection.. The second to last year of Liberty Seated quarter production at the San Francisco Mint brought only 80,000 strikes. The 1890 date is constantly in demand and never lasts long on the GFRC price list. This wonderfully choice example previously sold prior to reaching the price list and his returned to GFRC inventory. Surfaces are toned an even gray-gold which does not impede the underlying steely luster. Bright light viewing exposes lovely rose shades. Fairly graded and housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 holder with CAC approval.
Seated 25C 1890 1890
AU58 ANACS
2888857

Choice $625 Underrated Date, Superb Cartwheels, Brilliant Frosted Luster, Golden Red-Blue. The Southern Texas Collection has released a lustrous 1890 Philadelphia Seated quarter with Mint State eye appeal. This late date continues to be popular with collectors due to the low 80,000 mintage and is one of the most often Liberty Seated quarters sold by GFRC. This example radiates frosty brilliance with vibrant cartwheels that are certainly eye catching. Sadly, the GFRC images are unable to capture the luster but rather the natural rose-blue and golden shades that are prevalent during in hand viewing. A single surface mark in the right obverse field is noted for completeness. Though housed in older ANACS blue label holder, this lovely quarter screams originality and is worthy of consideration.