coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1880
The 1880 $5 Liberty Gold coin, part of the Liberty Head series, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre. This type of coin, minted from 1839 to 1908, contains 0.24187 ounces of gold and is composed of 90% gold and 10% alloy. The obverse depicts the iconic Liberty head, while the reverse showcases an eagle with a shield. Due to its historical significance and gold content, the 1880 $5 Liberty Gold coin is sought after by collectors and investors alike.
