1861 Quarter Eagle - 1861 $2.50 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle Type 2, NGC AU58 CAC. Civil War Date. Type 2, New Reverse. Despite having one of the larger mintages within the series, the demand for this date as a type coin and a memento of the Civil War is constant. Typically well struck, this first Civil War issue in the quarter eagle series has two types which are differentiated by old and new reverses. The new reverse type was issued in unknown quantities alongside the old reverse in 1859, 1860, and 1861 and features a modified reverse design with smaller arrowheads and letters.

The example offered here possesses a hammered strike and wonderful detail. The light gold color is amplified by abundant luster combining to give this piece above average eye appeal. Ever so close to being full mint state, only the lightest touches of wear can be found. CAC has reviewed and approved this coin as being premium for its assigned grade. This is a superior Civil War quarter eagle certain to please the discriminating collector/investor.