coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1840
The 1840 $2.50 Liberty Gold coin, commonly referred to as the "Quarter Eagle," is a collectible coin from the United States that features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. Minted in gold, this coin has a total weight of approximately 4.18 grams and contains about 0.1209 ounces of gold. The design by engraver Christian Gobrecht was used from 1840 to 1907, making it a popular choice among collectors of early American coins, particularly those focused on gold issues. Its historical significance and precious metal content contribute to its value in the numismatic market.
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1840 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1840 | Philadelphia |
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1840 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1840 | Philadelphia |
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1840-C $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1840 | Charlotte |
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1840-D $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1840 | Dahlonega |
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1840-O $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1840 | New Orleans |