1859 Liberty Seated Quarter. Type I/II. Proof-65 (PCGS). CAC.Exceptionally well preserved for this underrated early Proof Liberty Seated quarter issue. Both sides are richly and originally toned in gently mottled copper-russet and olive-gray. Vivid cobalt blue undertones light up at the borders when the coin dips into a light - very attractive. The strike is full, the surfaces virtually pristine, and the eye appeal is extraordinary. As with its identically dated half dime, dime, half dollar and silver dollar counterparts, the Proof 1859 quarter is far scarcer than a mintage of 800 pieces might imply. With many examples being released into circulation when they failed to sell to collectors, unmistakable Proof survivors are elusive. This is an aesthetically pleasing specimen that is far finer than most that we have handled over the years.PCGS# 5555. NGC ID: 23WL.PCGS Population: 10; 9 finer in this category (Proof-67+ finest).<p>CAC Population: 4; 7.From the Collection of James Allaire Millholland, 1842-1911.
