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US Gold $5 Indian Head Half Eagle - Jewelry Grade - Random Date
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Product Description
US Gold $5 Indian Head Half Eagle - Random Date
Jewelry Grade Condition
US Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle represents a departure from all precedents in United States coinage. Its design features no raised edge, and the main devices and legends are in sunken relief below the surface of the coin. They were minted from 1908 - 1929 and survived the Gold Reserve Act of 1934 which outlawed private ownership of gold in the United States.
Coin Design
Obverse: Indian Head
Reverse: Standing Eagle
Coin Artist
Obverse and Reverse: Bela Lyon Pratt (1867 - 1917)
Jewelry Grade Condition
The coins being offered in this listing may be cleaned, scratched, polished, nicked, discolored, brushed, abraded, and/or heavily worn. However, they are of full weight, display a complete date, and all major design elements are intact. Coins in this condition represent an excellent way to own vintage American gold coins at the low premium of a bullion coin. They are extremely popular as the most cost-effective way to own historic U.S. gold at the absolute lowest premium over melt.
When purchasing "Random Dates" you can expect to receive dates and types of our choice, depending upon current stock on hand. If you purchase multiple coins you may or may not receive all the same date, depending upon availability.
This listing uses "Reference Images"
The "Reference Images" used in this listing Description were created by Liberty Coin for reference only to depict the quality of the item you will receive. You will NOT receive the exact item that was photographed to create the Reference Images. However, the actual item you will receive is guaranteed to be similar to that shown and exactly as described.
About Indian Head Half Eagles
The Indian Head Half Eagle was introduced in 1908, along with the quarter eagle of the same design. Both denominations featured an incuse design, with the various elements and inscriptions sunken below the surfaces of the coin. The half eagles would be produced each year from 1908 to 1916 and then for one final year in 1929. The series contains a total of twenty-four different circulation strikes from three different mint facilities. There are two rarities included, along with multiple issues which are elusive in higher uncirculated grades.
By the early 20th century an increasing number of people, including President Theodore Roosevelt, had grown dissatisfied with United States circulating coin designs. It was believed that the national coinage should reflect the artistic skills of that country. Some of the designs had been introduced almost a lifetime earlier during the 1830’s, and the more recently introduced designs were not viewed as true pieces of art. Starting under the administration of President Roosevelt, all the circulating denominations would be redesigned, starting with the gold coins.
In 1907 the two larger gold denominations adopted new designs created by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The double eagle would feature a stunning full-figure portrayal of Liberty, while the eagle would feature the head of Liberty wearing an Indian war bonnet. Following the untimely passing of Saint-Gaudens, the redesign process would continue with the two smaller gold denominations.
Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, a close friend of President Roosevelt, is generally believed to have suggested the use of incuse designs for the remaining gold coins. The idea fit with Roosevelt’s desire to make the gold coins resemble those of Ancient Greece, which were considered to be of true grandeur. After receiving Roosevelt’s approval, Bigelow contacted Boston sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt to design the new coins. Communications related to the new designs between Bigelow, Pratt, and Roosevelt began as early as October 1907.
Early reactions to the newly designed half eagle and quarter eagle included criticism from newspapers and some members of the public. They expressed fears that the incuse designs would capture disease-bearing dirt and quickly become unsightly within circulation. Other concerns included possible difficulty in stacking the coins and susceptibility to counterfeiting. These criticisms were all unfounded and ultimately dismissed. The designs are now widely viewed as beautiful and unique expressions of art within American numismatics.
Obverse Design
The designs for the half eagle and quarter eagle were finalized in late June of 1908 and production began during the last few months of the same year. The obverse of the Indian Head Half Eagle features the bust of a Native American male chief wearing a ceremonial headdress. The word LIBERTY appears above and the date appears below. The design is completed with thirteen stars, arranged six to the left and seven to the right.
Reverse Design
The reverse features an eagle perched on a bundle of arrows intertwined with an olive branch. The inscriptions surround the image, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appearing above, E PLURIBUS UNUM appearing to the left, and IN GOD WE TRUST appearing to the right. Lastly, the denomination expressed as 5 DOLLARS is positioned below.
Jewelry Grade Condition
US Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle represents a departure from all precedents in United States coinage. Its design features no raised edge, and the main devices and legends are in sunken relief below the surface of the coin. They were minted from 1908 - 1929 and survived the Gold Reserve Act of 1934 which outlawed private ownership of gold in the United States.
Coin Design
Obverse: Indian Head
Reverse: Standing Eagle
Coin Artist
Obverse and Reverse: Bela Lyon Pratt (1867 - 1917)
Jewelry Grade Condition
The coins being offered in this listing may be cleaned, scratched, polished, nicked, discolored, brushed, abraded, and/or heavily worn. However, they are of full weight, display a complete date, and all major design elements are intact. Coins in this condition represent an excellent way to own vintage American gold coins at the low premium of a bullion coin. They are extremely popular as the most cost-effective way to own historic U.S. gold at the absolute lowest premium over melt.
When purchasing "Random Dates" you can expect to receive dates and types of our choice, depending upon current stock on hand. If you purchase multiple coins you may or may not receive all the same date, depending upon availability.
This listing uses "Reference Images"
The "Reference Images" used in this listing Description were created by Liberty Coin for reference only to depict the quality of the item you will receive. You will NOT receive the exact item that was photographed to create the Reference Images. However, the actual item you will receive is guaranteed to be similar to that shown and exactly as described.
About Indian Head Half Eagles
The Indian Head Half Eagle was introduced in 1908, along with the quarter eagle of the same design. Both denominations featured an incuse design, with the various elements and inscriptions sunken below the surfaces of the coin. The half eagles would be produced each year from 1908 to 1916 and then for one final year in 1929. The series contains a total of twenty-four different circulation strikes from three different mint facilities. There are two rarities included, along with multiple issues which are elusive in higher uncirculated grades.
By the early 20th century an increasing number of people, including President Theodore Roosevelt, had grown dissatisfied with United States circulating coin designs. It was believed that the national coinage should reflect the artistic skills of that country. Some of the designs had been introduced almost a lifetime earlier during the 1830’s, and the more recently introduced designs were not viewed as true pieces of art. Starting under the administration of President Roosevelt, all the circulating denominations would be redesigned, starting with the gold coins.
In 1907 the two larger gold denominations adopted new designs created by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The double eagle would feature a stunning full-figure portrayal of Liberty, while the eagle would feature the head of Liberty wearing an Indian war bonnet. Following the untimely passing of Saint-Gaudens, the redesign process would continue with the two smaller gold denominations.
Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, a close friend of President Roosevelt, is generally believed to have suggested the use of incuse designs for the remaining gold coins. The idea fit with Roosevelt’s desire to make the gold coins resemble those of Ancient Greece, which were considered to be of true grandeur. After receiving Roosevelt’s approval, Bigelow contacted Boston sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt to design the new coins. Communications related to the new designs between Bigelow, Pratt, and Roosevelt began as early as October 1907.
Early reactions to the newly designed half eagle and quarter eagle included criticism from newspapers and some members of the public. They expressed fears that the incuse designs would capture disease-bearing dirt and quickly become unsightly within circulation. Other concerns included possible difficulty in stacking the coins and susceptibility to counterfeiting. These criticisms were all unfounded and ultimately dismissed. The designs are now widely viewed as beautiful and unique expressions of art within American numismatics.
Obverse Design
The designs for the half eagle and quarter eagle were finalized in late June of 1908 and production began during the last few months of the same year. The obverse of the Indian Head Half Eagle features the bust of a Native American male chief wearing a ceremonial headdress. The word LIBERTY appears above and the date appears below. The design is completed with thirteen stars, arranged six to the left and seven to the right.
Reverse Design
The reverse features an eagle perched on a bundle of arrows intertwined with an olive branch. The inscriptions surround the image, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appearing above, E PLURIBUS UNUM appearing to the left, and IN GOD WE TRUST appearing to the right. Lastly, the denomination expressed as 5 DOLLARS is positioned below.
Specifications
| Year | Random Date |
|---|---|
| Mint Mark | D, O, S |
| Mint Location | Philadelphia, Denver, New Orleans, San Francisco |
| Denomination | $5 |
| Grading Service | Uncertified |
| Grade | |
| Metal Type | Gold |
| Actual Metal Content | 0.2419 troy oz |
| Fineness | 0.900 |
| Manufacturer | U.S. Mint |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Length | |
| Width | |
| Thickness | |
| Weight | 8.359 gr |
| Composition | .900 gold, .100 copper |
| Designer | Bela Lyon Pratt |
| Edge Type | Reeded |
| Coin# | |
| Packaging | Individual Coins are shipped in Protective Plastic Flips |
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Random Brand Products
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Random Date Products
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Pre-Owned Vintage US Mint Products
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- While these items are typically in very good condition for their age, these vintage products are not new.
Use of "Reference Images"
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"The "Reference Images" used in this listing Description were created by Liberty Coin for reference only to depict the quality of the item you will receive. You will NOT receive the exact item that was photographed to create the Reference Images. However, the actual item you will receive is guaranteed to be similar to that shown and exactly as described."
Errors and Omissions
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