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PCGS Number: 7466 Coin Date: 1926 Denomination (Short): $2 1/2 Denomination (Long): Gold $2.50 Variety: Sesquicentennial Desg: MS Composition: Gold Mintage: 46,019 Strike Type: Business Coinage Type: Classic Commemorative Coinage Years: 1903–1926 Mint Location: Philadelphia Diameter: 18 Fineness: 0.9 Weight (Grams): 4.18 Weight (Ounces): 0.1344 Designer: John R. Sinnock Edge: Reeded General Notes:
The last of the classic gold commemorative coins celebrates the 150th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Issued during the nation's grand Sesquicentennial in 1926 and struck alongside a half dollar also honoring the Sesquicentennial, this gold quarter eagle designed by John R. Sinnock features an obverse standing figure of Miss Liberty, who holds a scrolled Declaration of Independence in one hand and the Torch of Freedom in her other hand. The reverse showcases Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
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Many of these coins saw wear in circulation. However, more than half of the survivors are known in uncirculated condition in grades ranging from MS60 through MS65. Examples grading MS66 or higher are very scarce and command significant premiums. PCGS #: 7466 NGC ID: BYMF
