coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1866
Liberty Head Half Eagles are U.S. gold coins with a denomination of five dollars, minted from 1839 to 1908. The 1866 Liberty Head Half Eagle is particularly significant as it marks the transition in coin design after the Civil War. This coin features the iconic Liberty head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing freedom and national strength. Collectors often seek out specific years and mint marks, with the 1866 being a notable year for its historical context and design.
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1866-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1866 | Philadelphia |
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1866-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1866 | Philadelphia |
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1866-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1866 | San Francisco |