coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1863 \ San Francisco
The Liberty Head Half Eagle is a gold coin that was produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1908. The specific 1863 version was minted in San Francisco and features the iconic Liberty Head design on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. With a face value of five dollars, these coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, contributing to their numismatic value based on gold content and historical significance. Collectors value these coins not only for their gold content but also for their rarity, especially in high grades.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1863-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1863 | San Francisco |