coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1861
The Liberty Head Half Eagle is a gold coin featuring a design by engraver James B. Longacre, struck in the United States from 1839 to 1908. The 1861 issue of the Liberty Head Half Eagle, valued at five dollars, is particularly significant due to its historical context during the Civil War era. Collectors often seek this coin for its gold content, design, and the limited mintage of certain years, which can affect its rarity and value in the numismatic market.
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1861-- (Unknown) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1861 | Unknown |
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1861-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1861 | Philadelphia |
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1861-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1861 | Philadelphia |
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1861-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1861 | San Francisco |