In the early 1840s, when the United States was still a young nation, gold and silver coins were widely used. One of the prominent coins of that era was the $10 Liberty Gold Eagle. Fast forward to the 2010s, and a treasure trove of these historic coins, spanning from the 1840s to the early 20th century, was discovered in foreign banks. This remarkable discovery, known as the Fairmont Collection, brought these coins back to the United States. And now, you can purchase certified 1841 $10 Liberty Gold Eagle Coins from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes in a PCGS protective plastic slab!
• Represents the 4th year of issue for the Liberty Gold Eagle!
• Originally minted by the Philadelphia Mint!
• Part of the historic Fairmont Collection repatriated to the US!
• Contains 0.48375 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Carries a face value of $10 (USD), backed by the federal government.
• Graded as XF45 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• Features a bust of Lady Liberty on the obverse.
• Displays the heraldic eagle on the reverse.

Each 1841 $10 Liberty Gold Eagle in this listing is in XF45 condition. This means it’s in extremely fine condition with only light wear on the high points of the coin’s designs and lettering. Some traces of mint luster may still be visible. These coins were originally minted at the Philadelphia Mint, with a total of 63,131 coins produced.

Obverse

On the obverse, you’ll find Lady Liberty’s left-profile bust, a design created by Christian Gobrecht in 1838. It’s renowned as the longest-running design in this coin denomination’s history, featuring Liberty with a coronet crown and 13 stars encircling her portrait.

Reverse

The reverse of the 1841 $10 Gold Eagle Coins showcases the heraldic eagle, a symbol of the United States. The eagle is depicted with outspread wings, clutching both arrows of war and the olive branch of peace in its talons. The US national shield is prominently displayed on its chest.

History

The Fairmont Collection coins have a unique history. They were part of international commerce in the 19th century, traveling overseas. It wasn’t until the 2010s that these historic coins were rediscovered and repatriated to the United States.

Ordering

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to BGASC’s customer service at 888-992-4272. We’re here to help.