coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1874 \ Philadelphia
The 1874 $5 Liberty Gold coin, produced in Philadelphia, is part of the Liberty Head series, which was minted from 1839 to 1908. These coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams. The obverse features a portrait of Liberty, while the reverse displays an eagle with a shield, a design that symbolizes American strength and freedom. The 1874 issue is relatively rare, making it a sought-after item among collectors of U.S. gold coins, particularly those interested in 19th-century numismatics.
