HALF EAGLE 1908-1929 Indian - More Details
As is the case with the quarter eagle, this coin was struck in reverse. The areas of the coin typically raised were recessed and the field, which was typically recessed, was raised. This design contained an inherent flaw as coins were easily marred or scuffed often times in the mint bag before they had a chance to be circulated.
The obverse depicts an Indian chief facing left, LIBERTY above, six stars to the left and seven to the right, and the date below. The reverse shows an eagle perched on a branch or a log with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above, E PLURIBUS UNUM to the left, IN GOD WE TRUST to the right and the denomination expressed as FIVE DOLLARS below. Mintage was accomplished at Philadelphia from 1908 through 1915 and again in 1929. Denver struck half eagles of this type from 1909 through 1911 and again in 1914. San Francisco half eagles were made from 1908 through 1916.
The availability of Indian Head quarter eagles to the type set collector is similar to that of related quarter eagles. Examples in grades from Very Fine to AU are easily obtained. Uncirculated pieces are scarce, and superb Uncirculated coins are seldom seen.
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