$5 Indian Gold Half Eagle BU

Recognized as part of the early 20th-century renaissance of American coinage, the $5 Indian Gold Half Eagle stands out as one of the most artistically daring U.S. coins ever minted. Designed by Bela Lyon Pratt and produced from 1908 to 1929, it features a rare incuse (sunken relief) design, making it instantly recognizable and highly sought after by collectors and investors alike.

Highlights

• Contains .2419 troy oz of gold (.900 fine)
• Obverse: Liberty in full Native American headdress, surrounded by 13 stars with "Liberty" above and the date below
• Reverse: Bald eagle surrounded by the inscriptions: "United States of America," "E Pluribus Unum," "In God We Trust," and "Five Dollars"
• Struck at the following mints: Philadelphia (no mintmark), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S).
• Designed by Bela Lyon Pratt with an incuse (recessed) design
• Note: Dates and mintmarks will vary and are assigned based on available stock.

Why Choose This Coin?

Brilliant Uncirculated specimens are the most pristine examples available, showcasing sharp design details and full mint luster. These high-grade coins offer strong visual appeal and lasting collector value while also serving as a compact form of pre-1933 gold. For serious collectors and investors alike, the $5 Indian Half Eagle in BU condition represents the best combination of beauty, history, and preservation.

Historical Significance

Part of President Theodore Roosevelt's bold push to elevate the design of U.S. coinage, the Indian Half Eagle broke all conventions with its incuse format—pressing the design into the coin instead of raising it above the surface. Though initially controversial, the design is now regarded as one of the most innovative in American numismatics. Many were melted down during the 1933 Gold Recall, making surviving examples—especially in BU condition—considerably scarce.