1848 $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle NGC XF45 - California

1848 $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle – NGC XF45 California
Scarce California Gold Rarity with Remarkable Historical Significance

The 1848 $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle NGC XF45 is a highly significant issue struck during the California Gold Rush, capturing the excitement and historic context of America’s westward expansion. Authorized under the U.S. Mint, this early gold coin features the classic Liberty head on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse, representing one of the first gold pieces minted from California discoveries. With a certified population of just 4 at XF45, examples of this rarity are exceedingly scarce and prized by advanced investors.

Certified XF45 by NGC, Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, this Quarter Eagle displays clear Liberty detail and strong eagle features, with only minor wear softening the highest points, preserving its historic charm and eye appeal.

Coin Highlights:

• Denomination: $2.50

• Year: 1848

• Mint: California Gold Rush Issue 

• Grade: NGC XF45

• Population: 4 certified examples at this grade
• Purity: 0.900 fine gold 
• Design: Liberty head on obverse; heraldic eagle on reverse

A Historic Rarity from the California Gold Rush

The 1848 $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle XF45 is a scarce, historic issue from the dawn of California gold coinage, prized for its rarity and connection to one of the most iconic periods in U.S. history.