coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Indian Gold \ 1908 \ Philadelphia
The 1908 $2.50 Indian Gold coin, also known as the Indian Head Quarter Eagle, was minted in Philadelphia and features a distinctive design by sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt. This coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 4.18 grams. The obverse depicts a Native American chief in full headdress, while the reverse features a stylized eagle. The 1908 issue, produced in lower quantities, is particularly sought after by collectors for its artistic appeal and historical significance.
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1908 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Indian Gold | 1908 | Philadelphia |
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1908 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Indian Gold | 1908 | Philadelphia |