coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1849 \ Philadelphia
The $5 Liberty Gold coin, issued in the United States from 1849 to 1907, features the likeness of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. Struck primarily at the Philadelphia Mint, these coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, making them durable yet valuable. The 1849 issue is particularly significant as it coincides with the California Gold Rush, which contributed to the proliferation of gold coins in circulation. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance, aesthetics, and gold content.
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1849 $5 CAM | $5 (Five Dollars) | $5 Liberty Gold | 1849 | Philadelphia |