One (1) 5 dollar coin, proof
United States, 1841
Obverse Image: Left facing Liberty with hair tied in a bun and wearing a coronet. 13 stars around.
Obverse Text: LIBERTY / 1841
Reverse Image: Eagle with wings outstretched clutching arrows and branch in talons, shield over chest with vertical stripes on bottom part and horizontal stripes on top part.
Reverse Text: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / FIVE D.
This coin is one of two proof half eagles known for 1841; a third has been reported but its existence remains unconfirmed.
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