Whitman Expo
1850-C Weak C $5 Gold MS Values
Details
The 'C' mintmark is very weakly punched so it is barely visible on the reverse of the coin, though it is somewhat present.
This coin is made of 90% gold; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $1,165.35
Obverse: Christian Gobrecht's portrait of Liberty is surrounded by 13 stars with the date centered at the bottom.
Reverse: Heraldic eagle holding arrows and branch in its claws is centered in the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * FIVE D. around the periphery. Mintmark (if any) is located under the eagle's claws.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Charlotte
Mintage:
63,591
Coinage Type:
Five Dollar Gold Half Eagle
Coinage Years:
1839-1866
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
Mint Mark:
C
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Weak C
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
8.359 gr
Weight:
0.2688 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.2419 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.6 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1850
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FIVE D.
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
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