1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle : A Collector’s Guide.

Design and Symbolism: The 1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse, designed by Christian Gobrecht, and an eagle on the reverse, representing strength and freedom, designed by Charles E. Barber.

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Mintmark Significance: The 1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle was minted in Philadelphia (no mintmark), but it was also produced in San Francisco and Denver for certain years.

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Composition: The coin is made of 90% gold and 10% copper, with a total weight of 8.36 grams, giving it a gold content of about 0.1202 ounces of pure gold.

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Mintage: The total mintage of the 1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle was approximately 3,706,000 coins. While not exceptionally low, its gold content and historical significance make it highly sought after by collectors.

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Condition and Grading: As with all coins, the condition significantly impacts its value. The 1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is graded on a scale from 1 to 70, with higher grades (such as MS63 or MS64) commanding higher prices.

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Historical Context: The Liberty Head design was used on U.S. gold coins from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, and the 1906 issue reflects the ongoing use of the iconic Liberty design during the early 20th century.

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Market Value: The 1906 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is worth more than its face value of $2.50 due to its gold content, with prices ranging based on condition and current gold prices, typically in the range of $300 to $600 or more.

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Rarity of High-Grade Coins: While the 1906 issue is not as rare as some other U.S. gold coins, higher-grade examples in mint state (MS) or with exceptional details are rarer and more valuable.

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