The 1862 $2.50 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. It is made primarily of gold and has become a key collectible for numismatists, particularly due to its design and historical context during the American Civil War era. The coin is sought after for its gold content, artistic value, and as a part of the larger series of Liberty Head gold coins produced between 1840 and 1907. Its scarcity and condition significantly influence its market value among collectors.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1862 $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Liberty Gold 1862 Philadelphia
1862 $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Liberty Gold 1862 Philadelphia
1862-S $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) $2.50 Liberty Gold 1862 San Fransciso