1926 Sesquicentennial of American Independence Commemorative Gold Quarter Eagle
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About This Coin
The 1926 Sesquicentennial of American Independence Commemorative Gold Quarter Eagle is a United States Gold Quarter Eagle from the Classic Gold Commemoratives (1903-1926) series — the final year of the series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 200,226 quarter eagles; 154,207 came back for melting, leaving 46,019. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 4.18 grams, 18 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by John R. Sinnock.
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Strike Types & Varieties(1)
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