coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1848 \ N/A
The Liberty Head Half Eagle is a five-dollar gold coin that was minted by the United States from 1849 to 1908. The coin features a portrait of Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The 1848 issue is particularly notable, as it marked the beginning of the Gold Rush, significantly increasing gold production. Collectors often seek these coins for their historical significance and gold content.
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United States of America 1848 N/A Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1848 | N/A |