coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Liberty Half Eagles \ 1879 \ San Francisco
The Liberty Head Half Eagles are a series of gold coins produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1908. The 1879 San Francisco Mint issue of the Five Dollar coin features the iconic Liberty Head design on the obverse, while the reverse displays an eagle. These coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams. The 1879 San Francisco Half Eagle is particularly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and relative rarity, especially in higher grades.
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1879-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 | 1879 | San Francisco |