coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1877 \ Philadelphia
The 1877 Liberty Gold $2.50 coin, commonly known as the Two and a Half Dollar or Quarter Eagle, was minted in Philadelphia. This coin features the iconic Liberty head design on the obverse and an eagle with a shield on the reverse. It is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 4.18 grams. The 1877 issue is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
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1877 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1877 | Philadelphia |
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1877 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1877 | Philadelphia |