1902-O Barber Quarter. MS-67 (PCGS). This quarter offers exceedingly rare Superb Gem quality for a conditionally challenging Barber issue from the New Orleans Mint. Richly original surfaces are peripherally toned in charcoal-russet patina that is more extensive on the reverse. The centers on both sides retain antique silver brilliance, and all areas offer full mint frost. Sharply to fully struck throughout, more so than usually seen for the issuing mint, this is a phenomenal coin destined for the finest collection of Barber coinage.Despite a mintage of 4,748,000 pieces the 1902-O is actually scarce even in middle circulated grades such as Fine and VF. Rare in EF and AU, Mint State survivors are elusive at all levels. At the uppermost reaches of the numismatic grading scale, the coin offered here numbers among the finest certified and is solidly in the Condition Census for this underrated Barber quarter. If you are a Set Registry competitor, here is a coin worthy of your serious consideration.
