Half Eagles at Mintmark.com

Common, scarce and rare U.S. Half Eagles ($5 Gold Pieces; Capped Bust; Capped Head; Classic Head; Liberty Head; Indian Head) at Mintmark.com; also links to other issues of Eagles and U.S. gold bullion coins (American Eagle; American Buffalo; First Spouse).

"The half eagle was the first gold coin actually struck for the United States. The five-dollar gold piece was authorized to be coined by the Act of April 2, 1792, and the first type weighed 135 grains, .9167 fineness. The Act of June 28, 1834, changed the weight to 129 grains, .8992 fineness. Fineness became .900 by the Act of January 18, 1837. There are many varieties among the early dates, caused by changes in the number of stars and style of eagle, by overdates, and by differences in the size of figures in the dates. Those dated prior to 1807 do not bear any mark of value. The 1822 half eagle is considered one of the most valuable regular-issue coins of the entire United States series. Proofs of some dates prior to 1855 are known to exist, and all are rare. Commemorative and bullion $5 coins have been made at West Point since 1986 and 1994, respectively; thus this is the only U.S. denomination made at each of the eight mints . . . [also see, Gold Eagles] . . ." — 2010 "Red Book"

1839 - 1908 Random Date $5 U.S. Liberty Gold Coin

All that glitters isn't necessarily gold unless it's this magnificent addition to your collection - our $5 U.S. Liberty Gold Coin. This coin - also known as the Liberty Head Half Eagle - was struck from 1839 to 1908. You receive a coin in AU (almost uncirculated) to BU (brilliant uncirculated) condition of random dates from this period. At the time it was minted, the Half Eagle was worth exactly $5 in gold - representing the average pay a person would earn in 1 week. The face of the coin bears the head of Lady Liberty with her hair tied behind her head. Her coronet bearing the legend, "Liberty," was designed by Christian Gobrecht. It also features 13 stars, representing the 13 original colonies. A heraldic eagle flies across the coin's back - gripping an olive branch and arrows in his talons. "In God We Trust" is emblazoned on the coin's background above his head. Your coin comes encapsulated in a clear plastic holder that fits into a niche in a custom display box that helps preserve its beauty and condition. Other details include: Approx. 23mm diameter Contains approx. 0.24 oz. gold Certificate of authenticity Note: All items considered for return must be in their original condition as sold. Seals and cases contribute to the value of the coin and currency collectibles and must remain intact and unbroken. This applies but is not limited to grading cases, Mint and Proof cases and packages, bag seals, original government sealed packaging and/or any other special packaging or containers. About collectible coins… Treasures from around the world – delivered right to your door! Our large selection of collectible coin sets, proofs, ancient and uncirculated coins is ideal for both the novice and the experienced collector. HSN coin experts travel the world for the best coins - from the latest U.S. state quarters to the Widow’s Mite coin, discovered during an archeological dig in the Middle East. Most coins include a Certificate of Authenticity that validates the coin’s origin and condition.

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