USA 5 dollars Liberty Head 1908
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Scarce
Attributes of Coins
| Melt Value | $811.66 7.523g Gold |
|---|---|
| Region | USA |
| Denomination | 5 dollars |
| Krause number | KM# 101 |
| Mintage | 421,874 |
| Metal | Gold 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.8 mm |
| diameter | 21.6 mm |
| weight | 8.359 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Coat of arms
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
FIVE D.
IN GOD WE TRUST
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
1908 was the last year for the Liberty half eagle design and the first for the Indian. Philadelphia struck some 421,874 coins this year. Many were saved as they were well made and a last year of issue. Due to this, they are available in all grades up to and including gem and even MS66.Read More
