coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1866
The 1866 $5 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Liberty Head Five Dollar gold piece, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre. It showcases a bust of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle with a shield on the reverse. This coin is part of a series minted from 1839 to 1908 and was made of 90% gold and 10% copper. The 1866 issue is particularly notable as it marks the first year of production for the Liberty Head design after the Civil War. Collectors value it for its historical significance, gold content, and overall aesthetic appeal.
