coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) \ $2.50 Liberty Gold \ 1893
The 1893 $2.50 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, features a design by engraver James Longacre. This coin is made of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 4.18 grams. The obverse displays a classic Liberty head portrayal, while the reverse features an eagle with a shield, surrounded by a wreath. As a part of the U.S. coinage series, it is sought after by collectors for its historical significance and gold content. The 1893 date, in particular, adds to its rarity within the series.
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1893 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1893 | Philadelphia |
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1893 $2 1/2 | $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) | $2.50 Liberty Gold | 1893 | Philadelphia |