The coin was designed by Mint Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, with the eagle in flight based on the work of Longacre's predecessor, Christian Gobrecht.
Koin ini dirancang oleh Kepala Juru Ukir Mint, James B. Longacre, dengan elang dalam posisi terbang berdasarkan karya pendahulu Longacre, Christian Gobrecht.