Lot 197
1912 Indian Head Two and a Half Dollar Gold Coin
Sold December 11, 2025
- Price realized
- $425
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $500-800
Origin: Philadelphia, U.S.A.
Denomination: 2 1/2 Dollars
Year: 1912
Mint: Philadelphia Mint
Grade/Condition: Estimated: VG to F
Metal: 90% gold and 10% copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 4.2 grams
Additional Description: Minted in Philadelphia in 1912, this Indian Head two-and-a-half dollar gold coin stands as a testament to Bela Lyon Pratt’s bold and unconventional artistry. His incuse design, where the images are recessed into the surface rather than raised, was revolutionary for its time, giving the piece a distinctive texture and a quiet elegance that continues to captivate collectors. The obverse portrays a Native American male in feathered headdress, while the reverse features a vigilant eagle, both motifs reflecting the national character and artistic spirit of the early twentieth century. Believed to fall between Very Good and Fine grade, the coin shows moderate circulation wear yet retains visible detail and an appealing sense of authenticity.
Lot details
- Lot
- 197
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 11, 2025
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