Gold Liberty
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 1895 S $20 Coronet Head Liberty Gold Coin MS 63  US $2,286.00
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 1906 S $20 Coronet Head Liberty Gold Coin MS 63 US $1,886.20
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 1853 Gold $1 Liberty Head Coin US $132.50
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 1884 P $500 Liberty Head US Gold Coin Half Eagle US $417.00
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 1904 $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle Gold Coin US $425.00
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 1899 $20 Gold Liberty Head Double Eagle NGC MS63 US $1,899.05
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 1900 $20 Gold Liberty Head Double Eagle NGC MS63 US $1,828.75
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 1852 O G$1 NGC CAC XF45 Type 1 Liberty Head Gold Dollar US $295.00
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 1906 D Liberty Gold Half Eagle $5 GEM BU RARE MS Uncirculated Coin US $4,265.00
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 1901 NGC $10 GOLD Liberty Eagle NGC MS 63 GREAT DATE US $932.00
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 1892 $10 Liberty GOLD NGC MS 62 US $1,075.00
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 1906 S $10 GOLD Liberty Eagle AU US $715.03
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 1893 $20 GOLD Liberty Double Eagle CHOICE UNCIRCULATED BRIGHTLY LUSTROUS US $1,635.00
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History of the Liberty 'V' Nickel
The Liberty Nickel, commonly known as the "V" nickel for the Roman Numeral "V" on the reverse was officially produced from 1883 to 1912. We use the word officially because one of the most famous coins of all is the 1913 Liberty Nickel which was produced under suspect circumstances. For more on the famous 1913 Liberty Nickel please refer to the article titled "History of the Famous 1913 Liberty Nickel".
In 1881, A. Loudon Snowden, Superintendent of the Philadelphia Mint directed Chief Engraver at the time, Charles Barber, to create designs for the cent, three-cent piece and the nickel. Snowden believed that all three coins should be similar in design and metal composition. The designs created by Barber were all simple in appearance with Lady Liberty on the obverse and a Roman Numeral I, III or V on the reverse to represent the denomination. Barber completed the request later that year with all three coins stuck in copper-nickel which was the same as the Shield Nickel currently in circulation. The Shield Nickel, introduced in 1866, was the first "nickel" sized coin. The half-dime, made of silver, had previously filled the need for this denomination. The Shield Nickel was well received despite the fact that during this time period, consumers liked their coinage in silver and/or gold. And although the nickel was relatively new, its bland design made it ripe for a redesign. Additionally, during this time period, there was not yet a federal law establishing the minimum life expectancy for US coin designs.
Changing the cent, three-cent piece and nickel was not to be. Congress opposed a change in composition to the cent and the Treasury would not approve a design change for the three-cent piece. The three-cent silver piece has been discontinued several years before and the three-cent nickel, with the exception of 1881 had seen declining mintage numbers. With the nickel seeming to be the only viable option for change, Barber and Snowden concentrated on making the change to the nickel a reality. In addition to a design/appearance change, Snowden also changed the size from 20.5 mm in diameter to 21.2 mm. Snowden believed that by increasing the diameter and reducing the thickness (the weight stayed the same), die life would be extended.
After all the finishing touches were complete, there was a special ceremony on January 30th, 1883 to introduce the new nickel. Those who attended, and were deemed important, received first strike coins. A few days later, regular production began. The new nickels had hardly been circulated when a major problem surfaced. The coin did not contain the word "cents" and con artists of the day were plating the nickel with gold and passing them off as $5.00 gold pieces. Because the nickel was still new, the general public was not aware of the new nickel and since the "V" was the only symbol of value, it could mean 5 cents or 5 dollars. Unfortunately for the mint, nearly 5 ½ million nickels had already been produced and released. Barber quickly created a new design, this one with the word cents prominently displayed on the back. The first nickels soon became known as the "no cents" nickels. The nickels that were gold plated became known as "racketeer nickels" and can still be found in old hoards and collections.
In the end, over 16 million nickels were produced in 1883. Even though far more 1883 nickels with the word "cents" were produced, they are harder to get in good grades. The "no cents" variety was saved by people thinking that they would be recalled/replaced.
After this initial controversy, the Liberty Nickel settled down to a calm life. There were no significant changes during the life span of the nickel, and for all but the final year, all the nickels were made in Philadelphia. In the final year of official production, 1912, nickels were also made in Denver and San Francisco. 1913 gave way to the Buffalo Nickel followed by changed in the dime, quarter and half dollar.
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1908 20 Gold Liberty Liberty Mousepad by CafePress $13 This 1908 20 Gold Liberty coin may look like a million, but it is a mere pittance Liberty Mousepad Keep your mouse rolling in style on our durable cloth top mousepad. A great gift for geeks, gamers, or anyone with a computer. Rubber backing prevents the mousepad from sliding. Machine washable. |
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Modern Optical Liberty $89.97 Modern Optical Liberty Eyeglasses for Unisex are available at BestBuyEyeglasses.com in the following colors: Black, Brown, Gold. The style is Rectangle and the frame material is Metal. Modern Optical Liberty Metal. These frames accept prescription lenses. |
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Liberty Marylebone Collection Provencal Rust $5.98 Liberty Marylebone Collection is designed by Liberty Art Fabric for Westminster/Rowan. Colors include jade, lilac, sapphire blue, gold and rust. |
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14k Yellow Gold Liberty Bell with Eagle Pendant $230 This Patriotic symbol of indepence is crafted of fine 14k yellow gold with an eagle having a rhodiumed head on top. Show your patriotism with this 14k Yellow Gold Liberty Bell with Eagle Pendant. |
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Liberty Star Flourishes Gold $8.98 Designed by Christine Adolph for VIP Exclusive, this cotton print includes colors of red and navy on a gold background. |
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Liberty Sport Free Spirit $239.85 Liberty Sport Free Spirit Sunglasses for Men are available at BestBuyEyeglasses.com in the following colors: Black, Gold, Green, Tortoise. The style is Rectangle and the frame material is Nylon. Liberty Sport Free Spirit Sunglasses. These frames do not accept prescription lenses. |
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Lacquer Dipped Gold Trim Liberty Rose $130 Lacquer Dipped Gold Trim Liberty Rose is available from jewelbasket.com for only $74.00. Buy now and save. Jewelbasket offers the best value on Gifts & Corporate Promotional Gifts, jewelry and gifts. |
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Liberty Flames 10K Gold Seal Pendant $159.99 Show your team spirit everywhere you go with this Liberty Flames pendant. Officially licensed Made of Solid 10K Gold Custom made when ordered. Ships in 7-12 business days. |
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22k Gold Liberty Coin Earrings with Omega Backs $1995 14kt gold dangle earrings have genuine 22kt gold Liberty coins with red and green cabochon accents. (E2129) 1,995. Genuine 5 US mint Liberty Coins - 1/10 of an ounce of 22kt gold Measures 1 7/8" long x 1" at widest Weighs 17.8 grams Omega Backs Comes in a nice gift box Matching coin jewelry shown below |
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Liberty Flames Liberty Alumni Charm - 10KT Gold Jewelry $99.95 Enjoy this official NCAA licensed Liberty Flames charm. A great gift for any Liberty Flames fan!Express your team pride with jewelry items from LogoArt®.Charm10KT gold finishThis charm is also available in 14KT gold.Express your team pride with jewelry from LogoArt®. LogoArt® charms are available in 14KT and 10KT gold, sterling silver and gold plated sterling silver. The precise detail of your favorite team's logo is captured in expensive metal molds. Items are cast of precious metals and hand finished. Team up your charm with one of LogoArt®'s matching pendants or earrings. Browse all of our NCAA watches too!. This charm is also available in 14KT gold. |
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Liberty Marylebone Collection Punk Stripe Magenta $5.98 Liberty Marylebone Collection is designed by Liberty Art Fabric for Westminster/Rowan. Colors include Magenta pink and gold. The stripe is vertical to the selvedge. |
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Liberty Chair - Customizable $729 "Humanscale, the leading manufacturer of ergonomic office and home office products, received the Best of NeoCon 2004 Gold Award in the Ergonomic/Task Seating category for its newest introduction designed by Niels Diffrient, the Liberty chair." |
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Gold STATUE OF LIBERTY Italian Charm $4.99 Gold STATUE OF LIBERTY Italian Charm D e t a i l s Size 9mm Modular Charm Link Shiny Finish Metal Stainless Steel Mount SOLDERED Charm (not glued) Coat Enamel Plating 18kt Gold The Statue of Liberty Jewelry Charm comes to life on this Italian link. God Bless America! Authentic Body Candy Body Jewelry® Italian Charms are soldered premium quality stainless steel Italian charm links with official corporate stamp on reverse. Commemorate special occasions, capture memorable moments, or simply show off your personality by creating your own original Italian charm bracelet. Add Body Candy Body Jewelry® premium quality interlocking Italian charm links to your Italian Charm Bracelet and create your own memory bracelet. Fits all major brand Italian charms. |
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14k Yellow Gold Stylish Carved Liberty 18mm Cufflinks $860 These exquisitely carved cuff links are made of fine yellow gold. Feel free to express youelf with these 14k Yellow Gold Stylish Carved Liberty 18mm Cufflinks. |
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Liberty Flames Seal Pendant - 10KT Gold Jewelry $152 Enjoy this official NCAA licensed Liberty Flames pendant. A great gift for any Liberty Flames fan!Express your team pride with jewelry items from LogoArt®.Pendant10KT gold finishThis pendant is also available in 14KT gold.LogoArt® pendants are available in 14KT and 10KT gold, sterling silver and gold plated sterling silver. The precise detail of your favorite team's logo is captured in expensive metal molds. Items are cast of precious metals and hand finished. Team up your pendant with one of LogoArt®'s matching charms or earrings. Browse all of the NCAA watches too!. |
