coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Classic Head Gold \ 1838
The 1838 Classic Head Gold $2.50 coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, is a significant collectible coin from the United States. It features a classic design by engraver William Kneass, showcasing a portrait of Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing American strength. As a gold coin, it contains 0.1202 troy ounces of gold and was minted during a period when gold coins were widely used for commerce and investment. Collector interest in this coin is driven by its historical significance, limited mintage, and the appeal of gold as a valuable commodity.
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1838 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Classic Head Gold | 1838 | Philadelphia |
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1838 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Classic Head Gold | 1838 | Philadelphia |
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1838-C $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Classic Head Gold | 1838 | Charlotte |