Lot 766
1917. Type 1. PCGS graded MS-67. Lovely russet toning surrounds the obverse borders. The standing Liberty quarter was "intended to typify in a measure the awakening interest of the country to its own protection," Mint Director von Engelken said at the time the coins first appeared early in 1917. "In the new design Liberty is shown a full-length figure, front view, with head turned toward the left, stepping forward to the gateway of the country .The left arm of the figure of Liberty is upraised, bearing the shield in the attitude of protection, from which the covering is being drawn. The right hand bears the olive branch of peace."
Exquisite in its originality, the surfaces display a decided silvery gray cast that deepens to gold and orange-russet hues over most of the periphery. These deeper colors are largely confined to the upper and left peripheries on the obverse. As befits the grade, both sides are free of abrasions. More than this, they are temptingly close to numismatic perfection! The bold strike wanes slightly over the head, but all else displays pleasing delineation throughout. A rich endowment of mint luster further improves the already powerful aesthetic appeal, as well as the technical superiority. A carefully considered bid will secure this numismatic masterpiece for a Standing Liberty quarters collection. Nothing less will do. Pop 1; none finer (PCGS # 5706) .
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300.
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