Uncover a piece of American coinage history with the 1908 $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle, featuring Bela Lyon Pratt’s distinctive design. BGASC proudly presents these certified coins, a testament to the rich heritage of indigenous representation on American currency.

Highlights:

• Packaged in PCGS plastic slabs for added protection!
• Commemorating the inaugural release of Indian Gold Half Eagles!
• A standout selection from the Fairmont Collection!
• Mintage of 577,845 coins by the Philadelphia Mint!
• Contains .24187 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Face value of $5 (USD) fully backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 62 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• On the obverse is an indigenous figure.
• The reverse includes an American bald eagle.

All 1908 $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle Coins offered by BGASC are in Mint State 62 condition, displaying dull mint luster and characteristic marks. These coins feature captivating olive-gold surfaces, complemented by softly-frosted, lustrous images. As part of the Fairmont Collection, these coins were initially used in international commerce and later repatriated to the United States in the late-2010s.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1908 Indian Gold Half Eagle showcases the left-profile bust of an indigenous figure, adorned with a feathered headdressa groundbreaking representation on American coins.

Reverse

Turn the 1908 $5 Gold Half Eagle Coin to reveal the reverse, adorned with an American bald eagle at rest on a sheaf of arrows wrapped in an olive branch. The incuse-struck design sets these coins apart, with elements pressed into the coin’s field.

History

In 1908, the US Mint unveiled the final design for the $5 Gold Half Eagle, minted across Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. With Philadelphia leading the charge with over 577,000 coins, this piece encapsulates a pivotal moment in American coinage history. Indian Half Eagles were struck consecutively from 1908 to 1916, with one final strike in 1929.

Ordering

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