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General Overview
• Although some historic U.S. gold coins survived the federal government’s 1930s recall and melt campaign, the remaining quantity is extremely limited.
• These Pre-1933 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagles are prized by investors, collectors, and history lovers alike for their rarity and timeless design.
• Struck from 1839 to 1908, the series saw contributions from multiple U.S. Mint locations, including Philadelphia, San Francisco, Carson City, New Orleans, Denver, Dahlonega, and Charlotte.
• Offered here in Extra Fine (XF) condition, showcasing lightly worn surfaces with most design details still sharp and visible.
Coin Highlights
• Contains .2418 Troy oz of .900 fine gold.
• Bears a $5 USD face value backed by the U.S. government.
• Designed by Christian Gobrecht.
• Available in Extra Fine (XF) condition.
• Ships individually in protective plastic flips.
• Minted between 1839 and 1908; year and mint mark will vary.
Design Details
Obverse:
• Features Lady Liberty in left-profile portrait, wearing a coronet inscribed with “Liberty.”
• Gobrecht’s design was inspired by the Benjamin West painting “Omni Vincit Amor.”
• Surrounded by thirteen stars and the year of minting.
Reverse:
• Displays the classic heraldic eagle with spread wings, a shield on its chest, arrows in one talon, and an olive branch in the other.
• Inscriptions include “United States of America” and “Five D.” to indicate the denomination.
• A foundational symbol of American strength and peace, this eagle design remains a numismatic favorite.
Specifications
• Year: Random
• Mint Mark: Varies
• Purity: .900
• Manufacturer: U.S. Mint
• Thickness: 1.59 mm
• Diameter: 21.6 mm
• Denomination: $5
• Condition: Extra Fine (XF)
• Face Value: $5 USD
• Issuing Country: United States
• Obverse Designer: Christian Gobrecht
• Reverse Designer: Christian Gobrecht
• Edge Design: Reeded
• Series: Liberty Gold Half Eagle
• CoA (Certificate of Authenticity): No
• Capsule Size: 21.6 mm
• Packaging Type: Plastic Flip
• Packaging Dimensions: 0.8 x 0.8 x 0.06 inches
• Metal Weight: .2418 Troy Ounce
| Weight | .241875 oz |
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