The Liberty Seated Quarter is a type of collectible coin produced by the United States Mint from 1838 to 1891. The 1857 Liberty Seated Quarter features a design by engraver Christian Gobrecht, showcasing Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a liberty pole. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, and it weighs 6.25 grams with a diameter of 24.26 mm. The 1857 edition can be found in various conditions, affecting its numismatic value, with higher-grade examples being particularly sought after by collectors.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1857 25c 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1857 Philadelphia
1857 25c 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1857 Philadelphia
1857-O 25c 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1857 New Orleans
1857-S 25c 25c Liberty Seated Quarters 1857 San Francisco