coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1870 \ Philadelphia
The 1870 $5 Liberty Gold coin was minted in Philadelphia and is part of the Liberty Head series, which features the prominent design of Lady Liberty. This coin contains approximately 0.2419 ounces of gold and is made from 90% gold and 10% copper. Coins from this era are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance, gold content, and overall numismatic value. The 1870 minting year is particularly notable for its lower production numbers, making it a more desirable piece for collectors of U.S. gold coins.
