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The Indian Gold Half Eagle $5 Gold is part of a series of Indian head gold half eagle coins struck from 1908-1929. The specific variety is 1908-1929. Designated as a Business (MS) strike, this coin is made of 90% gold; 10% copper.
The Indian Half Eagle was first released in 1908 along with a Quarter Eagle denomination as well. What makes these coins very unique in American Numismatics is how the fields of the coin are raised higher than the rest of the coin’s design. This decision was not well received way back when they came out and even today they are beloved but most collectors find grading them a near impossibility. Aside from a couple of rare dates this a fantastic series to collect as a full set is attainable for most advanced enthusiasts. Look for lower end Mint State examples for type sets as mostly all Indian Half Eagles can be considered condition rarities in gem grades. One of the more exciting issues is the 1909-O Half Eagle which is a very rare key date and draws excitement from around the entire numismatic industry. Following the 1909 production that mint was then closed down forever. That leaves the 1929 Half Eagle which is simply just a full on rarity with just maybe a few hundred surviving today making ownership of this final year of issue a prestigious honor. The cause of this tiny survival population was melting as this was right around the time all American gold coinage was being pulled from circulation. This unique design came around out of boredom since gold coinage prior to this change had looked basically the same for about six decades. This series designed by Bela Lyon Pratt held strong at multiple mints from 1908 through 1916 until it was laid to rest until one last issue in 1929. No American coin is more difficult to grade since the devices can be pristine but if there is wear on in the fields the value and grade drops quickly. It does create a fine opportunity though for those who develop a keen eye for these coins as they automatically catapult themselves to the forefront of this numismatic sector. More on the unique design is how this coin was the first depiction of American Indians to appear as they actually looked. The even more famous and collectible Indian Head Cents just displayed lady liberty dressed as a native woman. Just as much as any coin especially gold ones these coins are heavily counterfeited and altered in which you must be very careful buying them raw. Lookout for added mintmarks and pay close attention on the Indian’s neck between the hair and feathers. Any odd depressions or markings in this area is a tell-tale sign.
Obverse: The obverse bears the portrait of a Native American chieftain in formal headdress struck incuse with the words LIBERTY at the top and the date at the bottom. 13 stars frame the left and right sides: 6 at left and 7 on the right.
Reverse: The traditional American eagle struck incuse in the center with the words, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at top, E PLURIBUS UNUM left of the eagle, and IN GOD WE TRUST to the right of the eagle. The denomination 5 DOLLARS struck below the eagle.

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GSID: 72384
Coin Date: Indian Gold Half Eagle
Denomination: $5 / $5 Gold
Designation: MS
Mint Mark: Various
Coinage Type: Indian head gold half eagle
Coinage Years: 1908-1929
Composition: 90% gold; 10% copper
Variety: 1908-1929
Strike Type: Business
Diameter: 21.6 mm
Fineness: 0.9
Weight: 8.359 gr
Weight: 0.24187 oz
Coin Shape: Round
Designer: Bella Lyon Pratt
Obverse Lettering: LIBERTY, [Date]
Obverse Designer: Bela Lyon Pratt
Reverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, FIVE DOLLARS
Reverse Designer: Beyla Lyon Pratt
PCGS #: 8509
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