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PCGS Number: 5378 Coin Date: 1831 Denomination (Short): 25c Denomination (Long): 25 Cents Variety: Large Letters Variety 2: B-5 Desg: PR Composition: 89% silver; 11% copper Mintage: <15 known Strike Type: Proof Coinage Type: Capped bust quarter Coinage Years: 1831-1838 Mint Location: Philadelphia Diameter: 24.3 Fineness: 0.89 Weight (Grams): 6.74 Weight (Ounces): 0.2167 Designer: William Kneass Edge: Reeded Obverse Description: Liberty is portrayed, facing left, with cap on her head and the word LIBERTY on her crown. 7 and 6 stars on the left and right periphery, respectively with the date positioned in the bottom center. Reverse Description: The centerpiece of the reverse is the so-called "heraldic eagle" with wings fully spread and emblazoned with a shield replacing the chest. A ribbon bearing the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM hangs from the beak. The eagles right talon holds bundle of arrows and an olive branch in the right. Above the eagle's head are a group of stars and clouds with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at the top periphery. The denomination of 25 C. appears at the bottom. PCGS #: 5378 NGC ID: 23SB
