1875-CC Seated Liberty Quarter

The obverse face of the Seated Liberty Quarter features a stoic, yet graceful depiction of Liberty seated on a rock with a shield resting on her left side. Described by some as a beacon of hope and strength, Liberty wears a billowing gown and is capped with a Phrygian cap. Engraved around Liberty's image is the phrase "In God We Trust," an early reflection of the shifts in values of the growing nation. The reverse of the coin features an eagle in repose, wings outstretched, with a shield at its chest, as well as an olive branch and bundle of arrows in its talons. The coin's reverse is further fitted with thirteen stars symbolizing the thirteen American colonies that began the union.

The Seated Liberty Quarter underwent many unique changes throughout its 53-year minting period. Due to high production levels and a shortage of certain metals, the composition of the Seated Liberty Quarter evolved from 80 % silver and 20 % copper, to an alloy comprising 90% silver and 10% copper, and finally, ending in 1869 with a change to a wholly silver coin. In terms of design, differences include the addition of drapery behind Liberty, as well as an 1853 embellishment of arrows on either side of the date.

The Seated Liberty Quarter is now a highly sought-after coin by collectors due to its patriotic design, composition, and historical significance. It is estimated that only around 8,000 examples exist in high grade, making this coin a rare and valuable find. PCGS prices range from just under $50 to over $18,000 US dollars, making the Seated Liberty Quarter a coin worth hunting for collectors.