1930 Coin Appraisal

Standing Liberty Quarter (1930)

The item is a United States Standing Liberty Quarter, specifically the obverse (front) side. It is made of a silver-toned metal, likely silver alloy, as was standard for quarters of this era. The coin depicts Lady Liberty standing, facing left, with her left arm holding a shield and her right arm extending an olive branch. She is standing atop a platform or pedestal. The word "LIBERTY" is visible in raised letters along the upper curvature of the coin, above Lady Liberty's head. The date, which is crucial for identification, appears to be "1930" though the last digit is somewhat obscured due to wear but the '30' is more clearly visible than the first two digits. The surface of the coin exhibits significant wear, particularly on the higher points of the design, such as Liberty's face and shield, suggesting it has been in circulation for a considerable period. There is also a noticeable dark patina and some surface discoloration, consistent with age and exposure. No specific mint mark is visible in the provided image, which would typically be located near the bottom of the coin on the obverse or reverse. The edges appear smooth, but further inspection would be needed to confirm if it has a reeded edge. The overall condition suggests a 'Good' to 'Very Good' grade in numismatics due to the heavy wear, but major details of the design are still discernible. The craftsmanship is typical of early 20th-century U.S. coinage, designed by Hermon Atkins MacNeil.