Lot 811
1916 Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. MS-60 Full Head. Late in 1916 the design of the quarter was changed from Charles Barber's to that of Hermon A. MacNeil. MacNeil's design incorporated a full view of a draped Liberty, with a shield in her dexter left arm, and olive branch in her right (alluding to America's preference of peace over war). The reverse depicts an eagle in full flight, surrounded by stars. As 1916 drew to a close, the designs were hurriedly approved, and coinage began at the Philadelphia Mint on December 16, 1916 and 52,000 were coined in the next two weeks as the year ended. These 1916 quarters were released in January 1917, along with 1917 quarters, and were quickly snatched up by an adoring public. Most of the 1916 quarters were not well struck, showing only partial heads and shield details.
Here is a an exception, this coin is well struck with full details on Liberty's head. Cleaned and retoned, we note a few faint hairlines on the surfaces, but some luster still remains. The coin is now a faded gold color with steel gray hues. Minor handling marks expected for the grade. This one is perfect for placing in an album for display.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.
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