1911 $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle MS-63 PCGS
Numismatic
1911 $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle MS-63 PCGS
In 1911, the Philadelphia Mint produced a five dollar gold piece that challenged traditional coin design. This Indian Gold Half Eagle contains 0.2419 troy ounces of gold, struck with an innovative recessed, or incuse, relief where the details are sunken below the flat surface of the coin. The obverse displays a striking profile of Liberty adorned with a Native American war bonnet. Thirteen stars encircle this central figure, representing the original colonies. The word "Liberty" is clearly inscribed across the band in her hair, with the year 1911 positioned at the bottom of the design. On the reverse, a proud bald eagle stands amidst traditional national mottos. The inscriptions include "United States of America," "E Pluribus Unum," "In God We Trust," and the five dollar denomination. This specimen is certified as Mint State 63 (MS-63), preserving the crisp details of this distinctive era in American coinage.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1911 |
| Grade | PCGS |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2419 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
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