1880-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU
Numismatic
1880-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU
Struck in 1880 at the San Francisco Mint, this five dollar gold piece represents a classic era of American coinage. With a gold content of 0.2419 troy ounces and a purity of 90 percent, these coins were minted to circulate in daily commerce, and this particular specimen shows the gentle signs of light wear from its time in active circulation. The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty, her hair bound by a band inscribed with her name. A ring of thirteen stars surrounds the portrait, representing the original colonies. On the reverse, a heraldic eagle stands with a protective shield across its chest, holding the traditional olive branch and arrows, encircled by the legend United States of America and the face value of five dollars. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, this enduring design was produced from 1838 to 1907. This specific 1880-S issue is part of a mintage of 1,348,900 pieces, offering a tangible connection to the bustling economy of late nineteenth-century California.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1880 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| 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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