coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1861 \ San Fransciso
The 1861 Liberty Gold $2.50 coin, commonly known as the Quarter Eagle, is a notable collectible from the United States. Struck in gold, it features the iconic Liberty head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The San Francisco Mint produced these coins, making them particularly sought after for their historical significance and the limited mintage associated with that year. Collectors value this coin for its numismatic appeal, gold content, and association with the period's economic conditions.