coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter) \ Seated Liberty Quarters \ 1848 \ Philadelphia
Seated Liberty Quarters, minted from 1838 to 1891, embody the artistic design of the Seated Liberty motif. The 1848 Philadelphia-minted quarter, part of this series, features Lady Liberty seated on a rock with a shield, holding a liberty cap in one hand and a scroll in the other. This coin is notable among collectors for its historical significance and its representation of early American coinage. The 25 cent denomination, commonly known as a quarter, has played a vital role in the U.S. monetary system and is sought after by numismatists for its artistry and rarity.
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1848-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Quarters | 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter) | Seated Liberty Quarters | 1848 | Philadelphia |
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1848-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Quarters | 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter) | Seated Liberty Quarters | 1848 | Philadelphia |