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The old reverse has large letters, the new reverse has small letters. But this is only for 1861 Quarter Eagle $2.5 dollar coins NOT 1861 Half Eagle $5 dollar coins.

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Q: How do you know if an 1861 Liberty 5 gold coin is the old or new reverse?
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