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The Liberty Head Half Eagle is a gold coin that was minted in the United States from 1839 to 1908. The 1859 Charlotte Mint version features a distinctive design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. This coin has a face value of five dollars and is considered collectible due to its historical significance and limited mintage, particularly from the Charlotte Mint, which operated from 1837 to 1861. Collectors seek this coin for its gold content, rarity, and representation of the early American Minting process.
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United States of America 1859 Charlotte Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1859 | Charlotte |