coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1868
The Liberty Head Half Eagle is a gold coin produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1908, featuring the iconic Liberty head design. The 1868 edition has a face value of five dollars and is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.33 grams. The obverse showcases a profile of Liberty wearing a headband inscribed with the word "Liberty," while the reverse depicts an eagle with a shield, emphasizing American symbolism. Coins from this era are collected for both their historical significance and intrinsic value, with condition and rarity affecting their desirability among numismatists.
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1868-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1868 | Philadelphia |
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1868-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1868 | Philadelphia |
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1868-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1868 | San Francisco |