{"product_id":"1836-2-50-classic-head-gold-quarter-eagle-ngc-au53","title":"1836 $2.50 Classic Head Gold Quarter Eagle – NGC AU53 | Early U.S. Gold","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e1836 $2.50 Classic Head Gold Quarter Eagle – NGC AU53 | Early U.S. Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1706\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e1836 $2.50 Classic Head Gold Quarter Eagle – NGC AU53 | Transitional U.S. Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003e1836 $2.50 Classic Head Quarter Eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e represents an important chapter in the evolution of United States gold coinage. Graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eNGC AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e, this coin captures both historical significance and solid collectible quality, offering collectors a well-preserved example from a short-lived but impactful series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1usdyph\" data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eMonetary Reform and the Classic Head Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003eIn the early 1830s, U.S. gold coins were often melted due to discrepancies between their intrinsic gold value and face value. To resolve this issue, Congress passed the Coinage Act of 1834, reducing the gold content of circulating coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eThe Classic Head design emerged during this reform period and was produced from 1834 through 1838. These coins reflect a renewed effort to stabilize the U.S. monetary system and restore confidence in gold coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003e1836 issue\u003c\/strong\u003e sits near the middle of this series, representing a mature stage of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2585\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bkb3o6\" data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4oh8cq\" data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eLiberty facing left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7cbpzu\" data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eHeadband inscribed “LIBERTY”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198whm2\" data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eThirteen stars representing the original states\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"erqdfu\" data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003eDate: 1836\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2825\"\u003eThe obverse design is simple yet refined, emphasizing clarity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i9jeqr\" data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eHeraldic eagle with shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mxtbns\" data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eOlive branch and arrows in talons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ci84fn\" data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003e“UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m1fsr\" data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003eDenomination “2 ½ D.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eThe reverse continues the long-standing American eagle motif, symbolizing national strength and unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gqkziz\" data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gi7zuu\" data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e $2.50 Quarter Eagle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wfogup\" data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1836\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kr2pra\" data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3184\"\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia (no mintmark)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s6o0z1\" data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3246\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Kneass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v4nrdq\" data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3294\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89.92% Gold, 10.08% Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bq1b63\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3321\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.18 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v64ofb\" data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eActual Gold Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 0.1209 troy oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"guz8kc\" data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3388\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"en925i\" data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3399\" data-end=\"3408\"\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reeded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"129raf3\" data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3430\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e NGC AU53\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"a57s42\" data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3452\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003eCondition Insight – AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eA coin graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eAU53 (About Uncirculated)\u003c\/strong\u003e typically exhibits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3671\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qreebr\" data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3576\"\u003eLight wear on high points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n28qf8\" data-start=\"3577\" data-end=\"3611\"\u003eStrong remaining design detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"145q3ws\" data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3635\"\u003ePartial mint luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lrg5f\" data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3671\"\u003eClear and well-defined features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3824\"\u003eIn AU53, the coin retains much of its original structure while showing signs of light circulation, offering a balance between quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"3829\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16y2zws\" data-start=\"3831\" data-end=\"3855\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3855\"\u003eCollector Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eThis coin is especially attractive to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dx6vmm\" data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"3923\"\u003eU.S. gold collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lraqmb\" data-start=\"3926\" data-end=\"3961\"\u003eClassic Head series specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hlmeg0\" data-start=\"3962\" data-end=\"3983\"\u003eType set builders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ihc7it\" data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"4017\"\u003e19th-century coin enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cufj1l\" data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003eNGC-certified coin buyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4159\"\u003eIts historical importance and accessible grade make it a practical and desirable addition to many collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4164\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14jcjtv\" data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4208\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4170\" data-end=\"4208\"\u003eWhy the 1836 Quarter Eagle Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4244\"\u003eThe 1836 issue is notable because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4246\" data-end=\"4443\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sajzn9\" data-start=\"4246\" data-end=\"4295\"\u003eIt belongs to a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4264\" data-end=\"4293\"\u003eshort-lived design series\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1422frt\" data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4341\"\u003eIt reflects \u003cstrong data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003eimportant monetary reform\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"63wcow\" data-start=\"4342\" data-end=\"4387\"\u003eIt represents early U.S. gold circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r7x1nd\" data-start=\"4388\" data-end=\"4443\"\u003eIt remains collectible across multiple grade levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4445\" data-end=\"4523\"\u003eCoins from this era provide insight into the development of American currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4528\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1l1vfj8\" data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4553\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4534\" data-end=\"4553\"\u003eMarket Interest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4618\"\u003eCollectors continue to seek Classic Head Quarter Eagles due to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4776\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tvb615\" data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4653\"\u003eTheir historical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y4goje\" data-start=\"4654\" data-end=\"4683\"\u003eLimited production period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ai4l\" data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003eRecognition within U.S. gold type sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8gb5a5\" data-start=\"4727\" data-end=\"4776\"\u003eIncreasing interest in early American coinage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4842\"\u003eEven in AU grades, these coins maintain strong collector demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4844\" data-end=\"4847\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pk9q8g\" data-start=\"4849\" data-end=\"4885\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4853\" data-end=\"4885\"\u003ePreservation \u0026amp; Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"4920\"\u003eEncapsulation by \u003cstrong data-start=\"4904\" data-end=\"4911\"\u003eNGC\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"5033\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tau6ev\" data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"4947\"\u003eVerified authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"169rj8z\" data-start=\"4948\" data-end=\"4972\"\u003eProfessional grading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14268ua\" data-start=\"4973\" data-end=\"4997\"\u003eLong-term protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1035jdl\" data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5033\"\u003eMarket-recognized certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5035\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003eProper storage helps preserve the coin’s remaining luster and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5109\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1u957ut\" data-start=\"5111\" data-end=\"5129\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5115\" data-end=\"5129\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5410\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"5135\" data-end=\"5190\"\u003e1836 $2.50 Classic Head Gold Quarter Eagle NGC AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a meaningful blend of historical context, collectible appeal, and gold content. As part of an important transitional era in U.S. coinage, it remains a valuable addition for collectors seeking early American gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5412\" data-end=\"5536\"\u003eFor those building a U.S. gold type set or exploring 19th-century coinage, this piece provides both depth and accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5538\" data-end=\"5748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5538\" data-end=\"5748\"\u003eAll information provided is strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. 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