coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1878 \ Philadelphia
The 1878 $5 Liberty Gold coin, minted in Philadelphia, is part of the Liberty Head series that was produced by the United States Mint from 1839 to 1908. This coin features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The $5 Liberty Gold coin weighs 8.33 grams and is composed of 90% gold and 10% alloy, with a diameter of 21.6 mm. Due to its historical significance and gold content, it is highly sought after by collectors and investors alike.