The Liberty Head Eagle is a gold coin that was produced by the United States Mint from 1838 to 1907, with the denomination of ten dollars ($10). The design features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle with a shield on the reverse. The 1861 Liberty Head Eagle is particularly noteworthy due to its historical context, as it was minted during a period of significant national turmoil, including the onset of the Civil War. Collectors often seek out this specific date for its rarity and significance in American numismatic history.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1861-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Eagles $10 $10 (Ten Dollars) Liberty Head Eagles $10 1861 Philadelphia
1861-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Eagles $10 $10 (Ten Dollars) Liberty Head Eagles $10 1861 Philadelphia
1861-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Eagles $10 $10 (Ten Dollars) Liberty Head Eagles $10 1861 San Francisco