0.2419 oz Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle Semi-Numismatic Coin AU .900 Fine (Native American)

The Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle in Almost Uncirculated (AU) grade is a pre-1933 U.S. gold coin struck between 1908 and 1929, carrying 0.2419 troy ounces of actual gold content at .900 purity and featuring sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt's distinctive incuse design — one of only two U.S. gold coins ever produced with relief elements pressed into the surface rather than raised above it. Collectors and buyers seeking historic American gold are drawn to this series for its unusual sunken-relief artistry, depicting Liberty wearing a full Native American headdress on the obverse and a perched bald eagle on the reverse. AU-grade examples typically display good original luster with only slight evidence of circulation, making them an appealing choice for those who want a circulated pre-1933 gold coin that still retains much of its original detail and surface quality.

Specifications

• Mint MarkVaries
• Purity.900
• ManufacturerVaries (Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco)
• Thickness1.4 mm
• Diameter21.6 mm
• Series$5 Indian Half Eagle (1908–1929)
• Packaging TypeMultiples of 40 in plastic tubes; all others in protective packaging
• Metal Weight0.2419 troy oz
• DesignObverse: Liberty in full headdress with 13 stars and date; Reverse: bald eagle with inscriptions; designer Bela Lyon Pratt

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle in AU grade?

It is an authentic pre-1933 United States gold coin from the $5 Indian Half Eagle series, produced at U.S. Mint facilities between 1908 and 1929. The AU (Almost Uncirculated) grade means the coin saw limited circulation and retains most of its original luster, with only minor high-point wear visible. The design was created by sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt and is notable for its incuse (recessed) relief style, where design elements are sunk into the coin's surface rather than raised — a technique used on only two U.S. gold coin series in history.

What are the gold content and purity specifications for this coin?

Each coin contains 0.2419 troy ounces of actual gold and is composed of .900 fine gold (90% gold, 10% alloy). The coin measures 21.6 mm in diameter and 1.4 mm in thickness. These specifications were standardized across the entire 1908–1929 production run regardless of the issuing mint facility.

Which mint produced the coin I will receive, and can I choose the date?

The specific date and mint mark vary. Coins in this listing are drawn from available stock and may have been struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco Mint — each of which produced coins in this series at various points between 1908 and 1929. The date and mint are assigned at random from inventory, so a specific date or mint cannot be requested or assured.

How will my coin be packaged and shipped?

Orders of 40 coins ship in plastic tubes sized to hold that quantity securely. Single coins and smaller quantities arrive in individual protective packaging. All packaging is designed to protect the coins' surfaces and grade during transit.

Are pre-1933 U.S. gold coins like this one eligible to be held in a Gold IRA?

No. IRS regulations governing self-directed IRAs require gold coins to meet a minimum fineness of .9950 for IRA eligibility. At .900 fineness, the Gold $5 Indian Half Eagle does not meet that threshold and is therefore not eligible to be held in a precious-metals IRA. It is intended for direct personal ownership outside of retirement account structures.