25 Cents "Draped Bust Quarter" 1804-1807 front 25 Cents "Draped Bust Quarter" 1804-1807 back
25 Cents "Draped Bust Quarter" 1804-1807 photo
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25 Cents "Draped Bust Quarter"

 
Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) 6.74 g 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
United States
Period
Federal republic (1776-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1804-1807
Value
¼ Dollar = 25 Cents (¼&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper)
Weight
6.74 g
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#30701
Rarity index
61%

Reverse

Heraldic eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E PLURIBUS UNUM
25 C.

Engraver: Robert Scot

Designer: Gilbert Stuart

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The standard weight of these coins was 104 grains and the silver content was 92¹³∕₁₆ grains, hence the unusual .8924 fineness.
1806

Interesting fact

The Draped Bust Quarter, minted from 1804 to 1807, is a rare and valuable coin due to its low mintage and historical significance. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by John Reich, a German-born engraver who was appointed by President Thomas Jefferson to work at the United States Mint. Reich's design features a portrait of Lady Liberty with a draped bust, representing freedom and democracy, and an eagle on the reverse side. The coin's unique design and historical importance make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1804  6738 - - - - - -
1805  121394 - - - - - -
1806  206124 - - - - - -
1807  220643 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Cents "Draped Bust Quarter" 1804-1807 coin.