coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold With Motto \ 1868 \ Philadelphia
The 1868 $5 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Liberty Head or Liberty Gold series, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre. It is minted in 90% gold and has a total weight of 8.359 grams. The obverse depicts the iconic Liberty with a headband inscribed "LIBERTY," while the reverse showcases an eagle with a shield, accompanied by the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM." This particular issue was produced at the Philadelphia Mint, which is significant for collectors due to its historical context and scarcity in higher grades. The coin is a desirable piece among gold coin enthusiasts and collectors of United States numismatics.
