1890 $5 Liberty Half Eagle NGC MS68

1890 $5 Liberty Half Eagle – NGC MS68

This 1890 $5 Liberty Half Eagle has been certified and graded by NGC as MS68, a remarkably high Mint State grade. NGC’s encapsulation ensures the authenticity and preservation of this coin’s outstanding condition.

Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the Liberty Head Half Eagle was minted from 1839 to 1908. It holds a unique place in U.S. numismatic history as the only design struck at all seven U.S. Mint facilities: Philadelphia, New Orleans, San Francisco, Denver, Carson City, Dahlonega, and Charlotte.

This coin features a classic representation of Liberty and remains a prized addition for both collectors and investors due to its historical significance, gold content, and exceptional condition.

Coin Specifications:

• Denomination: $5

• Designer: Christian Gobrecht

• Metal Content: 0.2419 troy oz of gold

• Weight: 8.359 grams

• Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper

• Diameter: 21.6 mm

• Edge Type: Reeded

• Mint / Mint Mark: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S), Denver (D). Coins from Dahlonega (D), Carson City (CC), and Charlotte (C) are considered extremely rare

• Obverse: Liberty’s profile with 13 stars encircling her

• Reverse: Heraldic eagle with outstretched wings, grasping an olive branch and arrows

• Brand: U.S. Mint

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