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$5 Indian Head Half Eagle (1908-1929)$5 Indian Head Half Eagle (1908-1929)
$5 Gold Indian Head Half Eagle (1908-1929) Uncirculated - Random Date

Starting at: $1,212.43

As low as: $1,179.36
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$5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle (1838-1907) Uncirculated - Random Date

Starting at: $1,212.43

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5 Half Eagles – Historic U.S. Gold Coins

The $5 Half Eagle is a foundational piece of early American coinage history and the longest-running gold coin series produced by the United States Mint. First authorized in 1792 and struck from 1795 to 1929, the Half Eagle carries immense historical, artistic, and numismatic significance. Each coin is struck in 90% gold, containing nearly a quarter ounce of pure gold.

At Great American Coin Company, we offer authentic $5 Half Eagles in multiple designs and conditions, including the Liberty Head and Indian Head varieties.

Types of $5 Gold Half Eagles

  • Liberty Head (Coronet) Half Eagle (1839–1908): Features Lady Liberty in a coronet on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. One of the most widely circulated gold coins of the 19th century.

  • Indian Head Half Eagle (1908–1929): Designed by Bela Lyon Pratt, this coin features an incuse (sunken relief) Native American portrait and a perched eagle—unique among U.S. coin designs.

Key Specifications

  • Denomination: $5 U.S. legal tender

  • Gold Content: 0.24187 troy oz (90% gold, 10% copper alloy)

  • Diameter: 21.6 mm

  • Weight: 8.359 grams

  • Minted By: United States Mint

  • Available Grades: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), Almost Uncirculated (AU), Extra Fine (XF), Fine, and Circulated

Why Collect $5 Half Eagles?

  • Classic U.S. Gold: A mainstay of commerce and trade from the 18th to early 20th century

  • Distinctive Designs: Especially the incuse Indian Head, unmatched in American coinage

  • Affordable Entry into Historic Gold: Lower price point vs. $10 and $20 gold coins

  • Numismatic Value: Wide variety of dates and mintmarks, including low-mintage coins

  • Tangible U.S. History: Touch a piece of gold that circulated in the early days of the Republic

Why Buy from Great American Coin Company?

When you shop at www.greatamericancoincompany.com, you’re choosing a trusted source for genuine U.S. gold coins since 2006. We proudly offer:

  • Authentic Half Eagles graded and verified

  • Competitive pricing on classic U.S. gold

  • Careful packaging and fast, secure shipping

  • Personalized service from a U.S.-based team

We source coins from reputable wholesalers and estates, with an eye for both condition and collectibility.

Explore our inventory of $5 Half Eagles today and add one of America’s most historically rich gold coins to your collection—available now at Great American Coin Company