coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1843 \ Philadelphia
The $5 Liberty Gold coin, produced from 1839 to 1908, features a design known as the Liberty Head. The 1843 issue was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, and its composition is 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams. This coin is part of the larger gold denomination series and is sought after by collectors for its historical significance and gold content. The obverse depicts a profile of Liberty, while the reverse showcases an eagle, emblematic of American values.