Description
1873-CC 25C Arrows Liberty Seated Quarter PCGS Fine Details. Cleaned
1873-CC 25C Arrows Liberty Seated Quarter PCGS Fine Details. Cleaned
1873-CC 25C Arrows
SKU: 54891942
A highly sought-after issue from the legendary Carson City Mint, this 1873-CC Liberty Seated Quarter with Arrows represents a pivotal moment in U.S. coinage history. Struck during a year of major weight adjustments to America’s silver coinage, the distinctive Arrows at the date make this piece an essential type-and-mintmark combination for collectors pursuing classic 19th-century rarities. Certified by PCGS as Fine Details (Cleaned), it offers an accessible entry into one of the most collected Western Mint releases.
**Key features**
**Date and mint:** 1873-CC, Carson City
**Denomination and type:** 25C Liberty Seated Quarter
**Design subtype:** Arrows at date (weight adjustment issue)
**Certification:** PCGS Fine Details, Cleaned
**PCGS Cert #:** 54891942
**Historical and numismatic significance**
**Carson City pedigree:** Coins from the CC mint were produced in comparatively limited quantities and carry strong collector demand due to their Old West association and enduring scarcity.
**Arrows variety:** The Arrows at the date mark the 1873 weight change in U.S. silver coinage, making this a key one-year design feature that stands out in any Liberty Seated set.
**Collector appeal:** A cornerstone coin for Carson City enthusiasts, Liberty Seated type collectors, and those building a representative set of major U.S. design transitions.
**Condition and eye appeal**
Graded **Fine Details** by PCGS, the coin retains clear, even design definition appropriate to the grade, with moderate circulation wear.
The surfaces show evidence of past cleaning as noted on the certification, a common reality for many surviving 19th-century coins. This details designation can provide strong value for collectors who prioritize rarity, historical importance, and affordability over straight-graded examples.
Expect classic circulated silver toning potential, often presenting as soft gray to deeper slate hues, sometimes with lighter silver highlights on raised devices (actual appearance may vary by lighting).
A compelling Carson City Liberty Seated Quarter with Arrows, ideal for adding authentic Western Mint history and a key 1873 subtype to a serious collection or a thoughtfully curated starter set.
PCGS # 5492.000000
Grading Service PCGS
Grade F Details
Year 1873
Strike Business