coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold No Motto \ 1853 \ Charlotte
The 1853 $5 Liberty Gold – No Motto coin, minted in Charlotte, is a notable collectible coin from the United States, part of the Liberty Head series. This coin features a portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. It is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.357 grams. The absence of the motto "In God We Trust" makes this version distinct, as later issues featured the motto. The Charlotte Mint was established to facilitate gold production during the California Gold Rush, making coins from this mint particularly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and limited mintage.
