A classic U.S. issue with lasting collector interest, the 1917-D Standing Liberty Quarter Type 1 comes from the Denver Mint as part of the Standing Liberty Quarter series. This variety stands out for its early design elements within a series that continues to draw specialists building year sets and mint-mark collections. Hermon MacNeil created the Standing Liberty obverse paired with the flying eagle reverse on this 90% silver, 10% copper coin that weighs 0.18084 troy ounces.
The artistic early 20th-century quarter is admired for its bold Liberty figure, giving the issue a distinctive presence that separates it from later type changes. From the Standing Liberty Quarter series, this issue fits naturally into type sets, year sets, and showcase collections. Collectors value it as a favorite type coin alongside recognized keys such as the 1916 and 1918/7-S.
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