The 1853 $2.50 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, is a significant collectible in U.S. numismatics. This coin features a classic design with Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The 1853 date falls within an era of gold coinage in the United States when gold standard policies were prominent. Collectors value this coin for its historical significance, gold content, and striking design, with condition and rarity playing crucial roles in its market value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1853 $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Liberty Gold 1853 Philadelphia
1853-D $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Liberty Gold 1853 Dahlonega