1893 Quarter Eagle (1893 $2.50) NGC PR63 UCAM. A gorgeous example of this low mintage proof gold coin. Only 106 proofs of the smallest gold denomination were struck in this year. Of this miniscule mintage, an approximate number of 60 to 70 still remain in all grades.
The specimen before you is a wonderful ultra cameo contrasted proof gold coin. Strongly struck, the fields well deserve the designation NGC gave it. Mirror like surfaces show a beautiful black/yellow contrast seldom seen on any coin. A few minor hairlines keep it from a higher grade although this of course is subjective. The obverse is near gem quality, which would make this coin a much, much higher value. The present coin represents a wonderful and seldom offered opportunity to acquire a coin from one of the prime areas of American coinage at a very attractive price.