1915 INDIAN $2.5 PR67

GEM MATTE SURFACES. ONLY 100 STRUCK. FINAL YEAR OF ISSUE. By 1915, contemporary collectors had become totally disillusioned with the 20th century proof gold series. A mere 100 pieces were struck in this, the final year of the proof Indian Quarter Eagle series, and even this limited delivery proved overly optimistic in light of total sales for the year. An unknown number of coins were melted in the Mint in early 1916, and we believe that no more than 45-55 coins are extant. The 1915 is the rarest issue of this proof gold type. Like the 1914, the 1915 was produced with a coarse-grain, matte texture that can also be described as a sandblast finish. The typically encountered survivor will display rich khaki-gold or honey-gold color.