0.2419 oz Gold $5 Liberty Half Eagle Semi-Numismatic Coin .900 Fine (Womens History)

The Gold $5 Liberty AU is a pre-1933 United States Half Eagle graded Almost Uncirculated, struck in .900 fine gold and containing 0.2419 troy oz of gold per coin across a historic series that ran from 1795 through 1908. Buyers are drawn to this coin for its combination of genuine American numismatic history, recognizable Liberty obverse design, and a premium over spot that typically runs lower than what third-party certified or slabbed examples of the same coin command. Each coin is ungraded by a third-party service, with the specific year and mint mark varying — potential mints include Philadelphia, Carson City, Denver, New Orleans, and San Francisco.

Specifications

• Mint MarkVaries
• Purity.900
• ManufacturerPhiladelphia, Carson City, Denver, New Orleans, or San Francisco
• Thickness1.59 mm
• Diameter21.6 mm
• Series$5 Liberty Half Eagle (1795–1908)
• Packaging TypeProtective packaging; multiples of 40 in plastic tubes
• Metal Weight0.2419 troy oz
• DesignLiberty facing left with 13 stars and LIBERTY on hair band (obverse)

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is the Gold $5 Liberty AU?

It is an authentic pre-1933 United States $5 Half Eagle gold coin from the Liberty Head series (1795–1908), graded Almost Uncirculated (AU) but not encapsulated or certified by a third-party grading service. The obverse features Liberty facing left with 13 stars and the word LIBERTY inscribed on her hair band.

How much gold does each coin contain, and what is its purity?

Every $5 Liberty Half Eagle — regardless of year or mint — contains 0.2419 troy oz of gold at a purity of .900 fine (90% gold, 10% alloy). The coin measures 21.6 mm in diameter and 1.59 mm in thickness.

Will I know the exact year and mint mark before I order?

No. The specific date and mint mark vary with available inventory. The coin you receive will have been struck at one of the historic U.S. mints authorized to produce this series: Philadelphia, Carson City, Denver, New Orleans, or San Francisco.

How does American Alternative Assets package and ship these coins?

Each coin ships in protective packaging. Orders in multiples of 40 coins are packaged in plastic tubes, which is the standard bulk configuration for this product.

Are Gold $5 Liberty Half Eagles eligible to be held in a precious-metals IRA?

No. IRS regulations require IRA-eligible gold coins to meet a minimum fineness of .9950. At .900 fine, the $5 Liberty Half Eagle does not meet that threshold and therefore cannot be held in a self-directed precious-metals IRA.

Why do these coins carry a lower premium than certified versions of the same coin?

Because these coins are not encapsulated or graded by a third-party service such as PCGS or NGC, they do not carry the added cost associated with grading fees, registry value, or slab premiums. Buyers who prioritize gold content and historical authenticity over certified grades often find the AU raw coin a cost-efficient way to acquire pre-1933 U.S. gold.