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in stockGold · 1868
Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
Market ask · in stock
1868-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle
The 1868-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle features .900 purity and weighs 0.1209 troy oz. Minted by the United States Mint, this historic coin is sought after by collectors and investors alike for its numismatic value and gold content.
.900 fine· 0.1209 troy oz (3.75 g)· IRA eligible
$2,589.00
$2,589.00 / item · cash price · United States Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $515.17 · 0.1209 oz fine
- Premium
- $2,073.83 (402.6% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,261.10 /oz · as of 04:30 PM ET
- Fixed market ask · melt floor monitored
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
Price holds through checkout · KYC at first purchase · cancel before settlement
A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-3097
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeAU-58
Chain of custodyUnited States Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1868-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle is a remarkable piece of American numismatic history, featuring a purity of .900 and a fine weight of 0.1209 troy oz (3.75 g). With a diameter of 18 mm and a thickness of 1.27 mm, this coin is not only a tangible asset but also a collectible treasure. The obverse, designed by James B. Longacre, depicts the iconic Liberty head, symbolizing freedom and the American spirit, while the reverse features a proud eagle, a testament to the nation's strength. This coin is eligible for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m), making it an attractive option for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with gold. The 1868-S Quarter Eagle is backed by the sovereign guarantee of the United States Mint, providing a level of security and trust for investors. At Rockwell Metals, we offer seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best market rates. Each coin is assigned a unique Cryptographic Vault Passport, verified by XRF-spectrometer serial numbers, and stored in our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults. Enjoy the convenience of instant sell-back liquidity or opt for insured armored delivery to your door, making your investment experience as smooth as possible.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1868-S $2.50 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle features the iconic Liberty head, designed by engraver James B. Longacre. The inscription 'LIBERTY' adorns her diadem, while the date '1868' is positioned below her chin, symbolizing freedom and the American spirit.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases a majestic eagle with outstretched wings, a design that reflects the strength and resilience of the nation. The inscription 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' encircles the eagle, along with the denomination '2 1/2 DOLLARS', reinforcing its legal tender status.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .900
- Fine Weight
- 0.1209 troy oz (3.75 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1868
- Grade / Finish
- AU-58
- Diameter
- 18 mm
- Thickness
- 1.27 mm
- Face Value
- $2.50 USD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-LIB-2.5D-1868
- Catalog ID
- 3097
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
United States Mint. Die-verified 1868 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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