Lot 2512
1908. NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo. A gorgeous creamy-white example and quite choice for the grade. Mint Director J. P. Kimball's brainchild, the Mint Act of Sept. 26, 1890, specified that thereafter coin designs could be changed only after they had been in use 25 years. As of 1891, dimes, quarters, and half dollars became eligible. Implementing Kimball's ideas, the Treasury announced the first of several competitions for new coin designs. After several rejections, Charles E. Barber’s now familiar design was chosen. These were issued from 1892 to 1915. Each year, the Mint struck Proofs for sale to collectors at a small premium over face value. Only 545 Proofs struck in 1908. Pop 2; 12 finer in Cameo.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600.
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| Realized $1,553 |
