The Seated Liberty Quarter, minted from 1838 to 1891, features a design by engraver Thomas Jefferson. The 1840 Seated Liberty Quarter struck at the New Orleans Mint is particularly notable for its historical significance and lower mintage compared to other years. Collectors seek these coins for their artistic design, historical context, and variations in mint mark, which often affect their rarity and value in the numismatic market. The 25-cent denomination, known as the quarter, has been a staple in American currency, and specific issues like the 1840 New Orleans Seated Liberty Quarter are highly prized by collectors.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1840-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Quarters 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter) Seated Liberty Quarters 1840 New Orleans