5 Liberty Head Half Gold Coin | 1839-1908 | USA
US Mint
The United States Mint is the official mint of the United States, established in 1792. It operates under the authority of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Its primary mission is to produce and distribute the nation's official circulating coinage, as well as to mint commemorative, collector, and bullion coins, and medals.
The Mint operates production facilities in Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and West Point, and oversees the famous Bullion Depository at Fort Knox. Among its most recognized products are the American Eagle bullion coins in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.
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First authorized in 1792, the historic “Half Eagle” was one of the first gold coins produced by the US Mint. The “Liberty Head” $5 Half Eagle design was created in 1839 and was minted until 1908.
Design
The front side of the coin depicts the image of Lady Liberty. Surrounding the outer edge are 13 stars, representing the 13 original colonies. The year of issue is embossed below the portrait of Lady Liberty. The design was created by Christian Gobrecht.
The reverse side shows the eagle with outstretched wings. The inscription around the outer edge reads “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”. The nominal value of “FIVE D” is engraved below the eagle.
The coins were produced at US Mint locations in Denver, Charlotte, Dahlonega, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Carson City and New Orleans.
Product Details
Manufacturer: US Mint
Country of Origin: United States
Weight: .2419 ounces
Diameter: 21.9 mm
Purity: 90% Gold
Date of Issue: 1839-1908
Denomination: 5 Dollars
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Manufacturer | US Mint |
| Series | Half Eagle |
| Purity | 900/1000 |
| Fineweight | 7,52 gram |
| Gross Weight | 8.35 gram |
| Year of issue | 1866-1908 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 5 Dollar |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Diameter | 21.40 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |