The 1854 Two and a Half Dollar coin, also known as the Quarter Eagle, was minted in New Orleans as part of the United States' denomination system. Made of 90% gold and 10% copper, this coin features an image of Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. As a collectible, it is sought after by numismatists for its historical significance and gold content, particularly in fine condition and with mint marks indicating its origins from the New Orleans Mint. The American Liberty Gold coins represent a crucial era in U.S. coinage history, reflecting the economic and cultural values of the mid-19th century.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1854-O $2 1/2 $2.50 (Two and a Half Dollars) American Liberty Gold 1854 New Orleans