Lot 420
1912 Indian Head Two and a Half Dollar Gold Coin
Sold December 12, 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: VF
Metal: 90% gold and 10% copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 4.2 grams
Additional Description: Minted at the Philadelphia Mint in 1912, this Indian Head two-and-a-half dollar gold coin showcases Bela Lyon Pratt’s innovative incuse design, a distinctive departure from the raised relief typical of its era. The obverse presents a Native American male adorned in full feathered headdress, while the reverse depicts a poised eagle, combining classical symbolism with a uniquely American aesthetic. Believed to be of Very Fine grade, the coin retains clear detail across the primary devices, reflecting both its careful circulation and the enduring craftsmanship of early twentieth-century U.S. coinage. Its understated elegance and historical significance make it a compelling example of Pratt’s bold vision and the period’s numismatic artistry.
Lot details
- Lot
- 420
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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