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1914 $2 1/2 PR67 NGC. A simply stunning example of thi

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1914 $2 1/2 PR67 NGC. A simply stunning example of thi
<B>1914<$2 1/2> PR67 NGC.</B></I> A simply stunning example of this rare proof issue, and one of the very finest to survive. The Philadelphia Mint coined a mere 117 pieces for the year, the second lowest mintage after the even 100 coined in 1915, which happened to be the final year of proofs for this type. These were struck in the matte proof format, with microscopic facets over the entire surface of the coin, which produce a softer mustard color and lack the reflective nature seen on earlier proofs. Furthermore, the contrast between the fields and devices was eliminated, producing a subtle and harmonious package to examine. The various stylistic proof finishes were not generally popular with collectors of the period, and sales of these historic proof coins remained slow and mintages tiny by even current measures. Today these coins are coveted as some of the finest examples of numismatic art, and collectors are eager to obtain any example which crosses the auction block. To obtain a Superb Gem Proof like the present coin, will certainly require substantial fortitude. None equal or finer have been seen by PCGS, and therefore it is reasonable to assume that this coin is one of the very finest to survive. A total of eight different dates of Indian Quarter eagles were coined in the proof format, all of which can be obtained for a price. Assembling a date collection of these would be a worthy goal for any specialist, and this is one of the most elusive dates to obtain. The surfaces and color are essentially "as struck" and remain as elegant as they day they were coined. Census: 12 in 67, 4 finer (3/06). <BR><BR><B>Important notice:</B> Heritage usually auctions material at the rate of 200-250 lots per hour. On some occasions eBay Live bid software or the Internet may not be able to keep up with the pace of the auction. We recommend placing a realistic absentee bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Occasionally the auctioneer may eliminate or reject an eBay Live bid, and the auctioneer may also reopen a lot after the close of the eBay live bidding (usually because we missed an audience bid), and may reject your bid even if it shows you as the winning bidder. By bidding via eBay Live, you agree that Heritage may award the lot to another bidder at its sole discretion under the circumstances described above or any other reasonable circumstances. Since eBay bids are not shown to us until we open the lot on the floor, we treat those bids just like floor bids. In most cases the floor responds before the eBay bid is presented to us, due to Internet lag time, so for consistency we have made it a policy that floor bids are always considered first over tie eBay live bids. Also please note that all Heritage lots purchased through eBay Live carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions before you bid. This lot is being auctioned in conjunction with a live floor auction by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers. All final auction and invoice information will be supplied by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers, and all other information should be considered preliminary. Lot:2546 <BR><BR><B>Winning Notification and Billing:</B> After the FINAL session in this auction is complete, Heritage will send e-mail and snail mail invoices. This process normally takes several days. All final auction and invoice information will be supplied by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers, and all other information should be considered preliminary. <BR><BR>This auction will be conducted on a live auction floor and over the Internet through eBay Live. If you choose to place an absentee bid, please take a moment to <font color='#0000ff'><u><a href='http://pages.ebay.com/liveauctions/help/before/laabsentee.html'>learn how eBay Live absentee bidding works</a></u></font><font color='#000000'>