coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1840
The Liberty Head Half Eagle, designed by artist James Barton Longacre, was minted in the United States from 1839 to 1908. Specifically, the 1840 issue of the five-dollar gold coin features a distinctive design with Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. This coin was crafted from 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams. It is a highly sought-after collectible among numismatists, particularly in higher grades due to its historical significance and the limited number of specimens in excellent condition.
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1840-- (Unknown) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | Unknown |
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1840-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | New Orleans |
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1840-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | Philadelphia |
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United States of America 1840 Charlotte Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | Charlotte |
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United States of America 1840 Dahlonega Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | Dahlonega |
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United States of America 1840 N/A Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1840 | N/A |