1897 Barber Quarter. Proof-66+ (PCGS). CAC.;This attractive Proof Barber quarter displays mottled sandy-silver, powder blue and pale gold patina over both sides. Expertly crafted, the strike includes not only razor sharp detail throughout the design but also a cameo finish that is not mentioned on the PCGS insert. All in all, this is a thoroughly appealing condition rarity from a mintage of 731 Proof quarters for the date.;From our (Stacks) 85th Annual ANA Convention sale, August 1976, part of lot 736.