1901-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle MS-65 PCGS CAC
1901-S $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle MS-65 PCGS CAC
In 1901, the San Francisco Mint struck a significant run of five-dollar gold coins, producing 3,648,000 pieces of this classic denomination. Today, finding one of these Liberty Head Half Eagles preserved in an exceptional state of preservation is a thrilling encounter for anyone fascinated by early United States coinage. This particular specimen is certified in Mint State 65, indicating a level of preservation that has kept its original luster and design details remarkably intact over more than a century. Crafted from 0.900 fine gold with a gold content of 0.2419 troy ounces, the coin features the iconic Liberty design on the obverse, with the date 1901 positioned below the portrait. The reverse displays the heraldic eagle along with the 'S' mint mark, indicating its origin at the San Francisco facility. The inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' frame this historic five-dollar gold piece, serving as a beautiful testament to the era's circulating currency.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1901 |
| Grade | PCGS |
| 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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