coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1856
The Liberty Head Half Eagles are a series of U.S. gold coins that were minted from 1839 to 1908. The 1856 Liberty Head Half Eagle, which has a face value of five dollars, is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams. The obverse features a classic depiction of Lady Liberty wearing a coronet, while the reverse displays an eagle with a shield. These coins are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and gold content, particularly examples in uncirculated condition.
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1856-- (Unknown) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | Unknown |
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1856-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | New Orleans |
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1856-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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1856-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | Philadelphia |
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1856-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | San Francisco |
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United States of America 1856 Charlotte Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | Charlotte |
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United States of America 1856 Dahlonega Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1856 | Dahlonega |