{"product_id":"united-states-1853-seated-liberty-quarter-arrows-rays-xf40","title":"United States 1853 Seated Liberty Quarter \"arrows \u0026 Rays\" XF40","description":"The 1853 Seated Liberty Quarter with Arrows and Rays, graded XF40 (Extremely Fine), is a highly sought-after coin that stands out both for its unique design and historical significance. Struck during a transitional period in U.S. coinage, the 1853 Seated Liberty Quarter features the addition of arrows at the date and rays around the reverse eagle, which were included to mark changes in the weight of U.S. silver coins following the Coinage Act of 1853. This design change was made to ensure that coins contained the correct amount of silver in light of fluctuations in the metal’s value, and it is one of the few instances in U.S. coinage history where such alterations were applied to circulating coins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe obverse of the coin features the iconic Seated Liberty design, with Liberty seated on a rock, holding a shield and a laurel branch, while her other hand rests on her lap. The word \"LIBERTY\" is inscribed above her, and the date \"1853\" is displayed below, flanked by the distinctive arrows, which are a symbol of the change in weight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the reverse, an eagle is depicted with outstretched wings, holding arrows and an olive branch in its talons, representing strength and peace. The rays that surround the eagle's image are a unique feature of this year’s issue and add an ornate touch to the coin's design. The words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “QUARTER DOLLAR” complete the reverse inscription.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn XF40 condition, this coin exhibits well-defined features, with only light wear evident on the high points, such as Liberty’s head and the eagle's wings. The coin retains much of its original detail, with its bold luster still visible, making it a beautiful example of mid-19th-century American coinage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a relatively low mintage of just 1.4 million coins, the 1853 Seated Liberty Quarter with Arrows and Rays is a rare and highly prized addition to any collection, representing a unique moment in U.S. minting history.","brand":"ANDRE ART","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44448837927112,"sku":"080-00394","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/9902\/7912\/files\/15b9c638922bf099bde9d778687dcfc0.jpg?v=1782916815","url":"https:\/\/oceancityjewelers.com\/products\/united-states-1853-seated-liberty-quarter-arrows-rays-xf40","provider":"Ocean City Jewelers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}