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Composition and Specifications

Posted in Capped Bust Quarter Eagles

Whatever the subtype, all quarter eagles struck between 1808 and 1834 carried the same composition, which had been established under the Coinage Act of 1792. This was 91.67% gold, and 8.33% of copper and silver. The diameter of the quarter eagle during this time period underwent several changes. The initial diameter for the series measured […]