coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Classic Head Gold \ 1838 \ Dahlonega
The 1838 $5 Classic Head Gold coin is a notable example of early American gold coinage, minted at the Dahlonega Mint in Georgia. This coin features a design known as the Classic Head, characterized by a right-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a headband inscribed with "LIBERTY." The reverse displays an eagle with a shield, surrounded by a wreath. The Dahlonega Mint was established primarily to coin gold from local mines, making this type of coin particularly significant in the context of American history and the gold rush era. Coins from the Dahlonega Mint are often sought after by collectors for their historical value and relative rarity.
