coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Capped Bust Gold \ 1819 \ Philadelphia
The 1819 Capped Bust Gold $5 coin, minted in Philadelphia, is part of the Capped Bust series produced from 1807 to 1834. It features a depiction of Liberty wearing a cap on the obverse and an eagle with a shield on the reverse. This coin is made of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.75 grams. The 1819 issue is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the limited number of surviving examples.
