Drescription: The Standing Liberty quarter, designed by Hermon A. MacNeil and minted from 1916–1930, is a 90% silver coin featuring a classical,, draped figure of Liberty holding a shield and olive branch, symbolizing defense and peace. It underwent key changes in 1917 (covering Liberty's breast) and 1925 (recessing the date) to improve durability and public reception.

Key Design Features:

Obverse: Liberty stands in a gateway, facing right. The word "LIBERTY" is inscribed above her, with "IN GOD WE TRVST" (using a V for U) on the walls on either side. The date is located on a pedestal at her feet.

Reverse: An eagle in flight, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" above.

Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper.

Weight/Diameter: 6.25 grams, 24.3 mm diameter, reeded edge.

Major Varieties & Types:

Type 1 (1916–1917): Features an exposed right breast on Liberty and no stars under the eagle on the reverse.

Type 2 (1917–1930): Liberty is covered in chainmail (or a "shirt of mail"), and three stars are added below the flying eagle on the reverse.

Type 3 (1925–1930): The date was recessed to prevent it from wearing off, which was a common issue with earlier types.

Key Collector Details:

"Full Head" (FH): A designation for coins with strong, detailed strikes on Liberty's head, which are highly prized.

Mint Mark: Located to the left of the date (S for San Francisco, D for Denver; no mark for Philadelphia).

Key Dates: 1916 (low mintage), 1918/7-S overdate, 1921, and 1923-S.