1846-O $2.5 Pre-33 Gold U.S. Liberty Head Coin
Updated September 16, 2026
This auction ended on September 22, 2026.
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| Lot number | 102 |
| Category | Coins & Currency |
| Auction | Thomas's Coin Collection, & Jewelry Auction |
| Date | September 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Wilson Creek Auctions LLC |
| Location | Cornell, Wisconsin |
The 1846-O Liberty Head $2.50 Quarter Eagle is a highly collectible, scarce Pre-1933 U.S. gold coin struck at the historic New Orleans Mint. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, it features the iconic Liberty Head design, contains 0.1209 troy ounces of pure gold, and carries immense numismatic value far exceeding its baseline melt value. Key Coin Specifications Denomination: $2.50 USD (Quarter Eagle)Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper Weight: 4.18 grams Diameter: 18 mm Mintage: Extremely low seasonal output typical of early southern mints, making surviving specimens highly sought after by collectors.
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