coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $10 (Ten Dollars) \ American Liberty Gold \ 1878
The 1878 American Liberty Gold Coin, often referred to as the Liberty Head Double Eagle, features a design by engraver Augustus Saint-Gaudens. This coin, with a face value of $10, is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, giving it durability and a distinct yellow hue. The obverse displays a head of Liberty, while the reverse showcases an eagle in flight, embodying themes of freedom and prosperity. Collectors seek this coin not only for its gold content but also for its historical significance and artistic value within United States numismatics.
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1878 $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1878 | Philadelphia |
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1878 $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1878 | Philadelphia |
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1878-CC $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1878 | Carson City |
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1878-S $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1878 | San Francisco |