Capped Bust Quarter (1807–1838)
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Designer: John Reich
Composition: 89% silver; 11% copper
Weight: 6.74g
Edge Type: Reeded
There were 2 Types of the coin. Type 1 the Capped Bust (Large Size), With Motto 1815–1828 features Liberty facing left, wearing a cloth cap secured with a band inscribed LIBERTY, with tresses flowing to her shoulder. Her neckline is draped in cloth, secured by a brooch or a clasp at the shoulder. Seven stars are to the left, with six to the right. The date is below.
The reverse shows an eagle perched on a branch and holding three arrows, a shield on its breast, and E PLURIBUS UNUM on a scroll above. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and 25C. appear around the border.
The Type 2 Capped Bust (Small Size), No Motto 1831–1838, is a smaller diameter and has restyled features, letters, stars and numerals, giving the piece a more cameo-like appearance than its predecessor. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM was removed from the reverse as well.
Coin Values: A MS66+ graded coin of this type sold in 2013 for $282.000 at auction. Lowest grade coins can be found for $150.
Type 1 Capped Bust Quarter