1901-S 25C Barber Quarter PCGS G6

Few coins command respect like the 1901-S Barber Quarter—widely considered the rarest regular-issue U.S. silver coin of the 20th century. This San Francisco key date is PCGS certified G6, placing it above the typical AG3–G4 survivors most often encountered. With an original mintage of just 72,664, the 1901-S was minted at a time when collecting by mint mark was uncommon, leading to very low saving rates and heavy circulation. As a result, higher-grade examples remain elusive, and even modestly graded pieces are fiercely pursued by specialists and type collectors alike. This example presents the honest, even circulation patina collectors expect for the grade—classic silver-gray surfaces with balanced wear that highlights the Barber design. It’s an opportunity to acquire the cornerstone of the Barber series at an attainable price point, backed by trusted third-party certification. Highlights Key date to the entire Barber quarter series; widely regarded as the rarest regular-issue 20th-century U.S. silver coin PCGS G6: above the grade level most often seen for this issue Original mintage: 72,664—exceptionally low compared to contemporaries (e.g., 1901: 8,892,000; 1901-O: 1,612,000; 1902-S: 1,524,612) Population rarity: PCGS reports 142 graded in G6, with only 220 finer (at time of writing) Desirable San Francisco mint issue with strong historical significance Specifications Date/Mint: 1901-S (San Francisco) Denomination/Type: Quarter Dollar, Barber series Designer: Charles E. Barber Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper (ASW 0.1808 troy oz) Certification: PCGS G6 Collector Notes The 1901-S Barber Quarter is the undisputed key to the regular-issue Barber coinage. Because so few were saved and most survivors are well-worn, demand far exceeds supply across all certified grades. Securing a PCGS-authenticated example is a prudent move for anyone building a Barber set, a 20th-century type set, or a focused rarity collection. Add this essential key date to your collection today—scarce, historically important, and always in demand.