The 1842 Liberty Head Eagle, a ten-dollar gold coin, was minted in New Orleans as part of the United States' gold coinage. It features the iconic Liberty Head design on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. This coin is part of the Liberty Head series, which was issued from 1838 to 1907, and is notable for its composition of 90% gold and 10% copper. The New Orleans mint struck a limited number of these coins in 1842, making them sought-after collectibles for numismatists. Their rarity and historical significance enhance their value in the collectible coin market.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1842-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Eagles $10 $10 (Ten Dollars) Liberty Head Eagles $10 1842 New Orleans
1842-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Eagles $10 $10 (Ten Dollars) Liberty Head Eagles $10 1842 New Orleans