1880-S Liberty Head Gold $5 Half Eagle (Coronet Head)
| Weight | 8.359 grams |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Mint | San Francisco |
| Mintage | 1,348,900 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5984 |
San Francisco struck 1,348,900 half eagles in 1880, a production level that rivaled Philadelphia's surge. The West Coast economy was booming, and the San Francisco Mint responded with massive gold coinage across multiple denominations. The 1,348,900-coin half eagle output was extraordinary by S-mint standards and reflected the broader prosperity of the post-resumption era.
The 1880-S is a common date available in all circulated grades and readily found in Uncirculated condition. Large quantities survived, making this one of the easiest San Francisco half eagles to acquire. The date is popular among type collectors seeking an S-mint example with strong eye appeal.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | — |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | — |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | — |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $865–$995 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $885–$1,025 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $880–$1,015 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $930–$1,075 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $1,365–$1,445 |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
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