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In 1926, the United States marked its Sesquicentennial, recognizing 150 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. To commemorate this milestone, the United States Mint released a $2.50 gold quarter eagle in 1926 as part of the nation’s official Sesquicentennial celebration. Right now, 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coins in certified condition are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin comes in MS62 condition. Coins at this grade level exhibit a rather attractive eye appeal with luster that is slightly impaired. The coins may feature distracting marks in the primary focal areas, with either a few scattered hairlines or a singular small patch of hairlines.
America’s sesquicentennial in 1926 marked a pivotal moment of national reflection and modernization, as the country celebrated 150 years of independence while standing at the threshold of a transformative era. The commemoration, centered around Philadelphia’s grand Sesquicentennial International Exposition, arrived at a time when the nation was experiencing rapid technological advancement, urban growth, and cultural change in the Roaring Twenties. This anniversary provided Americans an opportunity to honor their revolutionary heritage and founding principles while simultaneously showcasing their emergence as a global industrial and economic power.
The obverse of the 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin features an image of Lady Liberty. Shown wearing a flowing robe, Liberty holds a parchment in her left hand symbolizing the Declaration of Independence, while her right hand carries a lit torch. The dates associated with the sesquicentennial celebration are also included on this side of the coin.
On the reverse of the 1926 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin is a depiction of Independence Hall in Philadelphia. The coin was designed by US Mint Engraver John R. Sinnock and was originally authorized with a mintage of 200,000 coins. Although that total was produced, the majority of the coins were later melted after sales proved limited. The final reported number of coins not melted stands at 46,019 pieces.
If you have any questions about gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
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In 1926, the United States marked its Sesquicentennial, recognizing 150 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. To commemorate this milestone, the United States Mint released a $2.50 gold quarter eagle in 1926 as part of the nation’s official Sesquicentennial celebration. Right now, 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coins in certified condition are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin comes in MS62 condition. Coins at this grade level exhibit a rather attractive eye appeal with luster that is slightly impaired. The coins may feature distracting marks in the primary focal areas, with either a few scattered hairlines or a singular small patch of hairlines.
America’s sesquicentennial in 1926 marked a pivotal moment of national reflection and modernization, as the country celebrated 150 years of independence while standing at the threshold of a transformative era. The commemoration, centered around Philadelphia’s grand Sesquicentennial International Exposition, arrived at a time when the nation was experiencing rapid technological advancement, urban growth, and cultural change in the Roaring Twenties. This anniversary provided Americans an opportunity to honor their revolutionary heritage and founding principles while simultaneously showcasing their emergence as a global industrial and economic power.
The obverse of the 1926 $2.50 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin features an image of Lady Liberty. Shown wearing a flowing robe, Liberty holds a parchment in her left hand symbolizing the Declaration of Independence, while her right hand carries a lit torch. The dates associated with the sesquicentennial celebration are also included on this side of the coin.
On the reverse of the 1926 Sesquicentennial Gold Coin is a depiction of Independence Hall in Philadelphia. The coin was designed by US Mint Engraver John R. Sinnock and was originally authorized with a mintage of 200,000 coins. Although that total was produced, the majority of the coins were later melted after sales proved limited. The final reported number of coins not melted stands at 46,019 pieces.
If you have any questions about gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
