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Pleasing and Eye-Catching 1861 $5 Liberty Gold Coin MS-61

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Here we have a wonderful looking 1861 Liberty Head Half Eagle gold coin. While this is one of the more common dates of the issue, the condition sets it apart from most of the coins we see. We expect this coin to sell for a strong bid and possible be bought alongside the other 1861-dated coins in the sale...instant collection! MANUFACTURER: United States Mint. DESIGNER/SIGNOR: Christian Gobrecht. MINTAGE: 688084. EDGE: Reeded.

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Pleasing and Eye-Catching 1861 $5 Liberty Gold Coin MS-61

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Estimate $25-$300,000Mar 28, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

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Mar 28, 2026 9:00 AM EDT

Greenville, SC, United States

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