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Beginning in 1831 and continuing through the end of the series in 1838, the Capped Bust Quarter was produced with a smaller diameter and a revised design that is perhaps most readily distinguishable from its 1815-1828 counterpart by the omission of the Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. There are currently only a few dozen Proofs known of this series, with several tracing to the illustrious estate of Louis E. Eliasberg. This is a remarkable 1832 Proof! Breen lists it in his Proofs encyclopedia "B-2. Short arrows, not ending near border. (1) Eliasberg. (2) Eric P. Newman. (3) Landau: 507, impaired. W. L. Carson had one, but I do not know which variety."
Only one or two others are known, and Breen reports a single B-1 example known to him, if that few number of the Proof 1832 Quarters, then it must be significant in the numismatic scheme of things. This is the first specimen that this cataloger can remember handling. A simply breathtaking Gem, both sides are veiled in iridescent steel gray patina through which brightly mirrored fields shine at all angles with a touch of golden toned elegance. The devices contrast nicely with the latter feature, their finish being more satiny in texture than heavily frosted. Fully struck in all areas including the stars. An obviously key offering for the early Proof specialist, and a simply beautiful coin that should also prove popular among specimen type collectors.
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