$31,250.00 USD
The Liberty Head Half Eagle design was in use from 1839 to 1908, and the 1910 proof coin reflects the U.S. Mint's experimentation with finishes and production methods for collectors during this era. By this time, the U.S. Mint had transitioned to the Indian Head design for half eagles, beginning in 1908. This 1910 coin is a proof—a coin made for collectors, featuring sharp details and a mirror-like surface created by polishing the dies. Proof coins were struck in limited quantities and were intended to appeal to numismatists, which explains their relative rarity compared to circulation coins.
The obverse (front) of the coin features the classic portrait of Liberty, facing left and wearing a coronet inscribed with “LIBERTY.” Liberty’s portrayal is surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original thirteen colonies, with the year "1910" at the bottom. This design emphasizes ideals of liberty and American heritage through classical symbolism, reflecting the neoclassical taste of the period when it was first introduced.
The reverse (back) showcases a heraldic eagle with outstretched wings, clutching arrows and an olive branch—a symbol of America’s strength and peaceful intentions. The inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and the denomination, "FIVE D." Additionally, the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST” is prominently displayed, reflecting a period when religious values were commonly invoked in public and national symbols.
