coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Classic Head Gold \ 1838 \ Charlotte
The 1838 $5 Classic Head Gold coin, minted in Charlotte, North Carolina, is part of the classic head design series, which was used from 1834 to 1839. This coin features a portrait of Liberty wearing a classic-style headband, with the denomination and mintmark on the reverse. It is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams. The rare nature of the 1838 issue, combined with its historical significance and gold content, makes it a sought-after piece among collectors of U.S. gold coins.
