In 1808 John Reich redesigned the quarter eagle, with Liberty now facing left in a cloth cap and the denomination (2½ D.) stated for the first time on the series. It was struck for only this single year.
Key facts
- Designed by: John Reich
- Issue dates: 1808
- Composition: 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper
- Diameter: 20 mm
- Weight: 4.37 grams (67.43 grains)
- Edge: Reeded
- Mintage: 2,710
As the only year of its design type, the 1808 is one of the most prized rarities in the American gold series. Perhaps three or four dozen are believed to survive, nearly all Very Fine to Extremely Fine, with only a couple of Uncirculated coins known.
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