1874-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU-53 NGC
Numismatic
1874-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU-53 NGC
In 1874, the United States Mint in San Francisco produced a limited run of gold five-dollar pieces, striking a mere 16,000 of these half eagles. Each coin was crafted from 0.900 fine gold, containing 0.2419 troy ounces of precious metal. Today, surviving examples from this specific year and mint are highly appreciated by those who study the history of American coinage. The obverse design presents a classic profile of Liberty, her hair bound by a band clearly inscribed with her name. Thirteen stars encircle her portrait, representing the original colonies. On the reverse, a proud heraldic eagle bears a shield across its chest. The bird is framed by the legend United States of America and the face value, recorded as Five D. This particular specimen has been certified in About Uncirculated 53 (AU-53) condition, preserving the intricate details of its nineteenth-century design.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1874 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2419 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.59 mm |
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