PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

OBVERSE :

The obverse (front) of the $5 Liberty gold coin is very similar in design to the $2.50 and $20 Liberty gold coins. As with these Liberty coins, the obverse features Lady Liberty whose tight bun of hair is adorned with a string of beads. A coronet inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" rests on top of her head. The date and one star for each of the 13 original colonies encircle Liberty's portrait.

REVERSE :

The reverse (back) features a proud bald eagle with wings spread, standing among olive branches. The eagle clinches three arrows in his talons,and has a shield featuring stars and stripes upon his chest. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', the denomination, and the Mint Mark surround the eagle. Coins minted from 1839 through 1866 do not feature the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST.' In 1866 the reverse was modified by adding the Motto on a ribbon above the eagle.

The 5 US Dollar gold coin, minted from 1795 to 1907, was the first gold coin to be offered to the American market.

These coins are in fact multiples of the 10 US Dollars, the 5 US Dollars is called the "half eagle" and the 20 US Dollars is called the "double eagle". The latter remains the best-selling coin in American history since its introduction in 1849.

 

History of the US $5 coin:

The $5 denomination was one of the first federal gold coins put on the American market. It was an integral part of the monetary system of the fledgling United States, accompanying the country's commercial expansion in the XIXᵉ century.

After the "early gold" issues, the series was given a lasting structure by two texts: the Coinage Act of June 28, 1834 (weight/title adjustment) and the Coinage Act of January 18, 1837 (title increased to .900), which stabilized specifications and facilitated national exchanges.

With the gold rush and the integration of new workshops, production became resolutely industrial: Philadelphia, New Orleans, San Francisco and then Denver ensured the supply of a rapidly expanding territory.

The long interlude between 1866 and 1908 saw the generalization of the .900 standard (8.359 g) before the modernization of the early XXᵉ century; the series lived on until 1933, when the United States stopped minting circulating gold. All in all, this format embodies two centuries of monetary history: from a pioneering coin of the American "gold standard" to a benchmark medium for contemporary savings.

 

Price trend of the US $5 coin over the last twenty years (2005 to 2025)

Over the past twenty years, the price of this coin has followed the metal's major cycles: a sustained upward phase between 2005 and 2011, consolidation in 2013-2015, then a marked recovery from 2019, with peaks in 2020 and new records in 2024-2025.

These movements can be observed in historical quotations, while market analyses confirm gold's secular dynamics over the recent period. In concrete terms, for a long-term buyer, 2005-2025 illustrates a series of waves: acceleration, breathing space, then new momentum, in line with the ounce.

 

Why invest in the 5 US Dollar coin?

It's investment gold in an international format: standardized specifications, rich history and immediate acceptance by professionals. Exchangeable worldwide, it is highly prized on the American market and easily bought and sold in Europe.

Its price is denominated in dollars, which provides a clear benchmark and can diversify a European investor's currency exposure. Last but not least, the range available depends on new arrivals: certain periods/effigies are less common, which reinforces the heritage value of a format that is already widely recognized.

 

VARIABLE VINTAGES / EFFIGIES

Vintages and/or effigies of these coins are sent out randomly according to our stocks.

As these are bullion coins and not collector's items, their years of issue or effigies have no impact on their value or resale price.

 

GOLD BULLION COINS FAQ :

 

WHAT IS AN EXCHANGEABLE GOLD COIN?

This is a standardized, liquid gold coin, generally minted after 1800, which is often exempt from VAT in France if it meets the purity and shape criteria defined by regulations.

 

HOW TO INVEST IN PHYSICAL GOLD?

You can buy or sell physical gold (coins or bars), which are considered exchangeable products. We invite you to consult our gold investment guide to help you define your investment strategy.

 

HOW CAN I SELL MY GOLD COIN ?

Simply send it to us by post. We'll send you a free Gold Kit, which explains how to return your investment gold coins to us. You can also fill in the "You're selling" box at the top right of this page, which will give you a real-time price estimate.

 

WHAT CAPITAL GAINS TAX APPLIES TO THE SALE OF INVESTMENT GOLD?

In France, two options are available:

- TMP (flat-rate capital gains tax): 11.5% of the sale price if no proof of sale is provided,

- TPV (taxe sur la plus-value): 36.2% applied to the actual capital gain, with an annual allowance of 5% from the 3rdᵉ year, and total exemption after 22 years of ownership.

 

WHAT IS THE PREMIUM ON A GOLD COIN?

The premium represents the extra cost above the value of pure gold, reflecting manufacturing and distribution costs and market demand. The rarer the condition or vintage, the higher the premium.

 

HOW CAN I STORE MY GOLD SAFELY?

We offer two storage solutions for your precious metals: Gardien'Or and Coffre-Fort Privé.

 

BENEFITS

• Investment gold (tax advantages)
• Exchangeable worldwide
• Prices indexed to the dollar
• Rare in quantity

IMPORTANT

Our posted buy-back prices are 100% guaranteed for all coins or bars under Godot et Fils seal. Please contact us if you have any questions on this subject.

DELIVERY RATES

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