coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $10 (Ten Dollars) \ Liberty Eagles \ 1879
The 1879 Liberty Head Eagle is a $10 gold coin produced by the United States Mint. It features the iconic Liberty Head design by engraver James B. Longacre on the obverse, depicting Lady Liberty wearing a liberty cap. The reverse showcases a heraldic eagle with a shield. The coin contains 0.4838 ounces of gold. It is recognized for its historical significance and is sought after by collectors, particularly in higher grades.
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1879-CC (Carson City) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | Carson City |
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1879-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | New Orleans |
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | San Francisco |