coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1902
The 1902 $5 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Liberty Head design, features an image of Liberty wearing a cap surrounded by thirteen stars, symbolizing the original colonies. This coin is made of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.359 grams. It was minted by the United States and is part of the series produced from 1839 to 1908. The 1902 issue is notable for its relatively lower mintage compared to other years, making it a desirable piece for collectors of U.S. gold coins.
