coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1871 \ Philadelphia
The 1871 $2.50 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, was minted in Philadelphia as part of the Liberty Head series, which was produced from 1840 to 1907. This coin features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing freedom and strength. The total mintage for the 1871 issue was relatively low, making it a sought-after collectible among numismatists. Coins from this era are valued for their historical significance and gold content, with the 2.5-dollar denomination representing a substantial monetary value at the time of its circulation.
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1871 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1871 | Philadelphia |
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1871 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1871 | Philadelphia |