1904 Gold $2.5 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle — CACG MS64 (Legacy “L”)
Population: 9 coins in MS64 at CACG, with only 16 finer.
This little coin packs a mighty punch. Certified CACG MS64 and carrying the coveted Legacy “L” pedigree on the label (meaning it was CAC-approved before CAC Grading launched and then crossed into a CACG holder), it looks every bit the part of a higher-end mint state—without the higher-end price tag.
Why collectors love this coin
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Super strong for the grade. Sharply struck Liberty portrait, warm satiny luster, and clean fields that rival many MS65s.
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Legacy pedigree. The small “L” on the CACG slab signals prior CAC approval—only a limited subset will ever carry this designation.
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Population: 9 coins in MS64 at CACG, with only 16 finer. Outstanding scarcity in this specific holder/grade combination.
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Historic pre-’33 gold. A classic Type 3 Liberty Quarter Eagle struck in Philadelphia during the penultimate decade of the series.
Coin Specifications
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Date/Mint: 1904, Philadelphia
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Denomination/Series: $2.50 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle (Type 3)
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Grade: CACG MS64 (Legacy “L”)
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Mintage: 160,790
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Population (CACG): 9 in MS64; 16 higher
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Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper
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Weight / AGW: 4.18 g; 0.12094 troy oz actual gold weight
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Diameter / Edge: ~18 mm; reeded
Collector notes
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Type & history: The Liberty Head Quarter Eagle (1840–1907) is a bedrock of U.S. pre-1933 gold. 1904-P pieces are renowned for attractive, even color and can show excellent strikes—perfect for a type set or as a high-quality, compact gold holding.
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Upgrade appeal without the cost: This example shares many visual traits with its more expensive higher-grade counterparts—but not the price. If you’ve been hunting for a premium-looking MS64 with CAC pedigree, this checks every box.
Bring home a CACG Legacy MS64 that punches above its weight—a beautiful, historically important, and population-scarce Liberty Quarter Eagle ready for a top-tier type set or pre-’33 gold cabinet.
