0.1209 oz Gold Semi-Numismatic $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle Coin .900 Fine (Native American)

The Gold $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle is a Pre-1933 U.S. government-issued gold coin struck in 90% fine gold, featuring one of the most distinctive designs in American coinage history — an incuse (recessed/sunken) relief that sets it apart from virtually every other U.S. gold coin ever minted. Produced at the Philadelphia or Denver Mint between 1908 and 1929, each Brilliant Uncirculated example carries 0.1209 troy ounces of gold and showcases a bold Liberty in a full Native American headdress on the obverse alongside a classic Bald Eagle reverse. Collectors and buyers of physical gold are drawn to this series for its rare incuse artistry, its historical status as a genuine U.S. Mint issue, and the tangible appeal of holding a century-old gold coin in BU condition.

Specifications

• Mint MarkVaries
• Purity.900
• ManufacturerVaries (Philadelphia or Denver)
• Thickness1.14 mm
• Diameter18 mm
• Series$2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle Coins (1908-1929)
• Packaging TypeMultiples of 50 in plastic tubes; all others in protective packaging
• Metal Weight0.1209 troy oz
• DesignObverse: Liberty in full Native American headdress with 13 stars and LIBERTY above, date below; Reverse: Bald eagle

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is the Gold $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle?

It is an authentic Pre-1933 United States government-issued gold coin from the $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle series, produced between 1908 and 1929 at either the Philadelphia or Denver Mint. The coin is 18 mm in diameter and 1.14 mm thick, and it features a distinctive incuse (sunken/recessed) design — a style used on only two U.S. gold coin series, this one and the $5 Indian Half Eagle.

What is the gold purity and actual gold weight of this coin?

Each coin is composed of .900 fine gold (90% gold, 10% copper) and contains 0.1209 troy ounces of gold. The total coin weight reflects this 90% gold alloy composition, consistent with the original U.S. Mint specifications for the series.

What year will I receive, and can I choose the date?

The coin ships as a random year from within the 1908–1929 series. The specific date is selected based on current inventory and cannot be chosen by the buyer. The mint mark will also vary, as coins were struck at both the Philadelphia and Denver Mints.

What grade are these coins, and are they certified?

These coins are graded Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), meaning they show no signs of wear and retain strong mint luster. They are ungraded and uncertified — they have not been submitted to a third-party grading service and do not come in a grading service slab.

How are these coins packaged and shipped?

Orders of 50 coins ship in plastic tubes. All other quantities are delivered in individual protective packaging appropriate for BU coins. Packaging is designed to preserve the coins' condition during transit.

Are Gold $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagles eligible for a Precious Metals IRA?

No. Pre-1933 U.S. gold coins, including the $2.50 Indian Quarter Eagle, do not meet the IRS purity requirement of .9950 fine gold minimum for inclusion in a Precious Metals IRA. At .900 fine gold, this coin falls below that threshold and is therefore not IRA-eligible.