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1796 Draped Bust Quarter (First US Quarter)

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Classic · 25¢

1796 Draped Bust Quarter (First US Quarter)

25¢ · Classic · Robert Scot

Designer: Robert Scot

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Coin facts

Denomination
25¢
Metal
silver
Series
Draped Bust
Year
1796
Era
Classic

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