Pre-1933 $5 Indian Gold AU (Random Year)

Considered one of the most memorable versions of the Half Eagle, The $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle Coin was initially released in 1809. It would be the last Gold Half Eagle Coin ever produced due to the 1933 cessation of gold currency.

With its purity of 90.0% and weight of .2418 oz, the Indian Gold Half Eagle is best suited for medium-sized investments. Its compact size also makes it ideal for investors who prefer personal storage over third-party facilities. This particular collection consists exclusively of AU (Almost Uncirculated) condition Indian Half Eagle Coins.

Product Details:

• • Contains actual gold content of .2418 troy oz.
  • Purity of .900 fine gold.
  • Issued by the US Mint with a $5 (USD) face value.
  • Features the recessed coin design of Bela Lyon Pratt.
  • Available in AU (Almost Uncirculated) condition.
  • Individual coins ship in separate plastic sleeves.

The design of the $5 Indian Gold Eagle drastically differs from those of its predecessors. In place of the standard Lady Liberty portrait on the front of the coin, designer Bela Lyon Pratt, chose to present the image of a Native American chief. He is depicted in profile, proudly attired in the ceremonial war bonnet of his people. Encircling the noble warrior is a border of thirteen stars as tribute to the original thirteen colonies. The stars are interrupted by the word, “Liberty” and the coin’s year of issue.

The reverse side of the Indian Half Eagle would undergo significant changes to its artwork as well. Instead of the traditional Heraldic Eagle, Pratt chose to present a more literal interpretation of the well-known emblem. His version depicts a real-life bald eagle, perched upon an olive branch and a bundle of arrows. Beneath the eagle, Pratt also altered the coin’s denomination so that it no longer includes any abbreviations or numerical symbols.