The Liberty Head Half Eagle, a five-dollar gold coin, was produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1908. The 1898 Liberty Head Half Eagle features a distinctive obverse design of Lady Liberty and a reverse depicting an eagle. These coins are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance, gold content, and variations in mintage. The 1898 issue, while not the rarest, can still command a premium based on its condition and rarity in higher grades. Collectors often seek these coins to complete sets or for investment purposes.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1898-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 (Five Dollars) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 1898 Philadelphia
1898-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 (Five Dollars) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 1898 Philadelphia
1898-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 $5 (Five Dollars) Liberty Head Half Eagles $5 1898 San Francisco