1846-D Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. Winter 8-M. VF-30 (PCGS). CAC. Vivid, deep reddish-honey surfaces deliver superior eye appeal at the Choice VF grade level. Traces of luster persist, and the design elements are bold overall with plenty of sharper detail in the recessed areas. A thoroughly PQ mid grade Dahlonega quarter eagle, as CAC approval confirms, this coin is sure to attract strong bids from Southern gold collectors. <p>Rarest of the four die marriages known for the 1846-D quarter eagle, Winter 8-M features the only use of both the obverse and reverse dies. As described by Winter: “An example of this variety was discovered in the Pittman collection and sold as Lot 1753 in May 1998. It remains rare.” On the obverse, the date is placed further to the left than on Obverse 7 of this issue. On the reverse, the arrow feather fills the top of the opening in the D mintmark and its tip protrudes from the left side of the upright of that letter. PCGS# 7742. NGC ID: 25H3. CAC Population (Normal D variety only): 30 in all grades.
