1917 Standing Liberty Quarter. Type I. MS-67+ FH (PCGS). This is a truly outstanding quality 1917 Type I quarter. This piece is a definitive cut above the norm with silken satin-white surfaces that are at the threshold of numismatic perfection. Toning is minimal and largely confined to delicate golden overtones on the reverse, as well as a few russet speckles on the obverse. The strike is completely full in all areas, and the coin is simply a delight to behold.Although the Standing Liberty quarter issues of 1916 and early 1917 are usually grouped together as the "Type I" design, there are subtle differences between the first and second year issues in this category. These differences are mostly confined to the obverse, with the 1917 Type I coins displaying subtle changes to the olive branch, Libertys hand, stars and a few other design elements. Overall the finished product as represented by the 1917 Type I design is sharper and more refined than its 1916 counterpart. The reverse is basically unchanged, although the hub that the Mint created for the 1917 Type I issues is sharper with better overall definition.With the aforementioned refinements, the 1917 Type I issues are far better produced and more sharply defined than their 1916 predecessors. This is particularly true of the Philadelphia Mints 1917 Type I delivery, high grade survivors of which are generally regarded as the most sharply stuck and attractive Standing Liberty quarters of any issue. With its expertly preserved and visually stunning surfaces, this remarkable condition rarity showcases the 1917 Type I quarter in its best light. As the ultimate type coin representing this design or a stellar quality example for inclusion in a Standing Liberty quarter set, there are few pieces that rival the appeal of this beautiful Superb Gem. PCGS# 5707. NGC ID: 242Z. PCGS Population: 20; 0 finer.
