1908 Proof Indian Head Quarter Eagle
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
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$70,500 PR67 01-07-2015 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1908 Proof Indian Head Quarter Eagle is a proof Gold Quarter Eagle struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Indian Head Quarter Eagles 1908-1929 series. With a mintage of 236, this is an extremely rare issue — the scarcer of two mint variants, with 0% of total production. The obverse features a Native American chief wearing a feathered headdress, designed in incuse (sunken) relief — a revolutionary departure from traditional raised relief coinage and the reverse displays a standing eagle on a bundle of arrows with an olive branch. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value is approximately $15K. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 4.18 grams, 18 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #7957.
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