Diameter: 20 mm
Mintage: 963
Weight: 4.37 grams (67.43 grains)
Metal: 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Robert Scot
Category: Quarter Eagles ($2.50 Gold)
The first-year quarter eagle with no stars on the obverse — 963 struck, roughly 100–125 surviving. One of the most famous and valuable type coins in all of U.S. numismatics; even low-grade pieces bring well into five figures.
What’s It Worth?
Values depend on grade, surface quality, strike, and authentication. For a current, no-obligation valuation of your coin, send a few photos to our coin experts — we actively buy early U.S. gold in every grade. Email info@coinappraiser.com or call 888-707-1564.