1860 Liberty Seated Silver Quarter — Philadelphia Mint
1860 Liberty Seated Silver Quarter — Philadelphia Mint
Own a fascinating piece of American numismatic history with this 1860 Liberty Seated Silver Quarter, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the final full year before the outbreak of the American Civil War.
Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the Liberty Seated Quarter was produced from 1838 through 1891 and remains one of the most recognizable designs in classic United States silver coinage. The series circulated during a transformative period of American history, encompassing westward expansion, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the nation's industrial growth.
The obverse features Lady Liberty seated upon a rock, holding a shield inscribed LIBERTY and a staff topped with a Phrygian cap. Thirteen stars surround the design, representing the original thirteen American colonies, with the date 1860 positioned beneath Liberty.
The reverse displays a heraldic eagle with outstretched wings, holding arrows and an olive branch. The inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and QUAR. DOL. surround the design.
The 1860 Liberty Seated Quarter belongs to the No Motto design period, preceding the addition of IN GOD WE TRUST to the reverse in 1866. This earlier design is especially appealing to collectors interested in pre-Civil War American coinage.
Struck in 90% silver, the 1860 Liberty Seated Quarter combines precious-metal content, classic American artistry, and a direct connection to one of the most significant periods in United States history.
Product Details
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Denomination: Quarter Dollar ($0.25 USD)
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Year: 1860
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Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)
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Series: Liberty Seated Quarter (1838–1891)
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Variety: No Motto, No Arrows
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Original Mintage: 804,000 business strikes
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Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
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Weight: 6.22 grams
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Diameter: 24.3 mm
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Actual Silver Weight (ASW): Approximately 0.1800 Troy Ounces
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Designer: Christian Gobrecht
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Obverse: Seated Liberty holding a shield and liberty pole
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Reverse: Heraldic eagle without the IN GOD WE TRUST motto
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Edge: Reeded
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Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered
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Quantity: One individual coin
Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1860 Liberty Seated Quarter. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.