

$5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle (1838-1907) Uncirculated - Random Date
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 5+ | $1,248.25 |
| 3+ | $1,259.91 |
| 2+ | $1,271.58 |

| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 5+ | $1,248.25 |
| 3+ | $1,259.91 |
| 2+ | $1,271.58 |
$5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle (1838-1907) Uncirculated - Random Date
Classic Pre-1933 U.S. Gold from America’s Early Banking Era
The $5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle, minted from 1838 to 1907, is one of the longest-running series in U.S. coinage and a cornerstone of pre-1933 American gold. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the coin features Lady Liberty on the obverse wearing a coronet inscribed with “LIBERTY,” and a heraldic eagle on the reverse holding arrows and an olive branch.
This listing offers a random-year example in Uncirculated condition, giving collectors and gold buyers the opportunity to own a well-preserved piece of U.S. history with original mint luster.
Product Highlights
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Date Range: Random Year (1838–1907)
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Denomination: $5 U.S. Gold Half Eagle
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Gold Content: 0.24187 troy oz
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Purity: 90% gold, 10% copper
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Weight: 8.359 grams
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Diameter: 21.6 mm
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Obverse Design: Liberty with coronet surrounded by 13 stars
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Reverse Design: Heraldic eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows
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Designer: Christian Gobrecht
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Mint Marks: May include Philadelphia (no mintmark), New Orleans (O), Dahlonega (D), Charlotte (C), San Francisco (S), or Denver (D) – varies by coin
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Condition: Uncirculated (Brilliant Uncirculated or Choice BU)
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Packaging: Ships in a protective coin flip or capsule
Note: This listing is for a random-year coin. Exact year, mintmark, and subtype (No Motto 1838–1866 or With Motto 1866–1907) are determined at the time of order fulfillment.
The Legacy of the Liberty Head Half Eagle
The Liberty Head Half Eagle circulated widely during America’s 19th-century expansion, including the Gold Rush, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction era. Its long mintage history and multiple U.S. Mint locations give collectors an extensive range of dates and mintmarks to pursue.
Owning an Uncirculated Half Eagle from this series is like holding a time capsule of American history, preserved in its original beauty.
Why Buy from Great American Coin Company?
At Great American Coin Company, we provide authentic pre-1933 U.S. gold coins that combine historic significance with verified gold content. When you purchase from www.greatamericancoincompany.com, you can expect:
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Genuine U.S. Mint gold coins with original luster
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Accurate, transparent product descriptions
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Secure, fully insured U.S. shipping
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Trusted service from a U.S.-based dealer since 2006
Every coin is carefully packaged and inspected to ensure satisfaction.
Ideal For
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Collectors of historic pre-1933 U.S. gold
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Fans of Liberty Head designs and 19th-century coinage
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Buyers seeking fractional gold with numismatic appeal
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Heirloom-quality gifts for patriotic or historical occasions
Order your $5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle – Uncirculated – Random Date (1838–1907) today from Great American Coin Company, and add an enduring piece of American history and gold legacy to your collection.
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Shipment
We ship to the United States and select international countries. Great American Coin will review all international shipments individually, and reserves the right to cancel any transaction at our sole discretion based upon location or for any other reason. Insurance and/or tracking is available for international shipments, however, it is generally cost prohibitive. Insurance and/or tracking may be included in international shipments at buyers expense.
Great American Coin ships most orders within 0-3 business. Under rare circumstances packages may be held longer. Wire transfers require a 2-4 -day hold time prior to shipment. Customers will be contacted if packages are held longer than 3 business days. Please be advised that if we require a drivers license or other ID prior to shipment the 0-3 business day shipping window will begin upon receipt of requested information.
Shipping and Handling and Hold Time
Delivery dates posted by our website - www.greatamericancoincompany.c... and by the USPS or other carriers are "Estimated Dates" only. Great American Coin does not provide shipping refunds nor do we coordinate with the USPS or other carriers on behalf of the customer when a package does not arrive by the estimated delivery date. Great American Coin and www.greatamericancoincompany.c... are not responsible for packages delivered late by any carrier. International shipping times are not within the control Great American Coin, and Great American Coin makes no guarantees regarding international shipping times.
Payment Options
Our shopping cart system accepts payment using:
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- PayPal By
Choosing to pay with a credit or debit card, you expressly authorize Great American Coin to authorize and capture your credit card payment prior to shipment. Great American Coin expressly reserves the right to refuse or cancel any order, for any reason, at its sole discretion, regardless of payment method and price confirmation. No checks are accepted.
Payment Instructions
Great American Coin will issue payment instructions to you during the ordering process and via email following completion of your order.





