Quarter Eagle -> 1839-C

Vitae

  • Quarter Eagles 1838 - 1860
  • Classic Head 1838 - 1839
  • Diameter: 18.2 millimeters
  • Fineness: .900
  • Weight: 64.5 grains
  • Designer: William Kneass
  • Edge: Reeded
  • Coiner: John R. Bolton

The 1839-C is a far more common date than the 1838-C in terms of its overall rarity. However, it is extremely underrated in higher grades. The 1839-C becomes a very rare coin in the higher About Uncirculated range and it is exceedingly rare in full Mint State; even more so than the heralded 1838-C. Two very important varieties exist and most collectors include both in their sets. We have included close-ups of both varieties in order to make attribution of your coin as easy as possible.

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