coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1842 \ Philadelphia
The 1842 Liberty Gold $2.50 coin, also known as a Two and a Half Dollar, was minted in Philadelphia as part of the Liberty Head series. This gold coin features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing strength and national pride. It is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, with a total weight of 4.18 grams. The 1842 issue is relatively scarce, making it a sought-after piece among collectors of U.S. gold coins.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1842 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1842 | Philadelphia |