Counterstamped Seated Quarter

It looks like the coin was stamped before it received the extensive wear it has. Regardless of when it was stamped it is an intriguing piece.

Ed
ANA LM-3175

As the coin is holed, it's more likely that it had a utilitarian purpose as opposed to being an advertising piece. It may well have been a pocket piece which would explain the heavy wear from daily use. Perhaps, it was attached to a watch fob, keys or some tool. Thus, the owner could perhaps retrieve a lost item. This c/s is a prepared punch as opposed to being struck, using individual letters; note the straight alignment of the letters. It's quite possible that D. KEARY, likely Daniel or David, used this c/s on other items. Some merchants would stamp imported wares with their mark. Patentees and toolmakers also would make use of prepared stamps. Keary is an uncommon name, and the "D" is a less often encountered initial. It's quite possible that this c/s may someday be attributed to a particular individual, methinks. Then too, the 1876 centennial date may have held some significance for Keary. Neat piece ....