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Buy $10 Liberty Gold Coin Online
The $10 Liberty Gold Coin was minted from 1838-1907, it has a face value of $10 and is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper. This coin was designed by Christian Gobrecht. Its obverse design consisted of a left-facing head of liberty wearing a headband that reads “Liberty” and the reverse of the coin had an eagle spreading its wings with a shield on its chest.
$10 Liberty Head Gold Coin Value
Although the Liberty Head $10 gold coin was not heavily circulated, finding a good condition coin is very difficult because they are over 100 years old. Some of the rarest coins in the series are the 1838 $10 Liberty Head Gold Coin, which is the first year of mintage, 1841-O, 1858, 1860-S, and the 1865-S. One of the rarest editions of this coin is the 1875 version, it can cost over $200,000 depending on its condition.
$10 Gold Liberty Head Coin For Sale
$10 Liberty Gold Coins, also known as the Liberty Head Eagle, are among the most iconic and historically significant coins minted in the United States. These coins were produced from 1838 to 1907 and played a vital role in America's monetary system during a period of significant growth and change.
Design:
- Obverse: The obverse of the $10 Liberty Gold Coin features a portrait of Lady Liberty facing left. She is adorned with a coronet inscribed with the word "LIBERTY." Her hair is elegantly tied in a bun, with curls cascading down her neck. Thirteen stars encircle her head, representing the original thirteen colonies, and the year of mintage is displayed below.
- Reverse: The reverse depicts a majestic eagle with outstretched wings, holding an olive branch in one talon and arrows in the other. Above the eagle is the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" (added in 1866), and the legend "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" encircles the design, with the denomination "TEN D." inscribed below.
Specifications:
- Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper
- Weight: 16.718 grams
- Diameter: 27 mm
- Gold Content: 0.48375 troy ounces of pure gold
Historical Significance: Minted during a transformative period in American history, $10 Liberty Gold Coins were used extensively in commerce and banking. Their production spanned several key events, including the California Gold Rush, the Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution. These coins reflect the economic and cultural growth of the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Mint Marks: The $10 Liberty Gold Coins were produced at multiple mints, including:
- Philadelphia (no mint mark)
- Carson City (CC)
- Denver (D)
- New Orleans (O)
- San Francisco (S)
Collectibility: $10 Liberty Gold Coins are highly prized by collectors for their historical value, beautiful design, and gold content. They are a popular choice for both numismatists and coin collectors seeking to diversify their collection. The variety of dates, mint marks, and conditions available make them an exciting series to collect.
Bullion shark carries many versions of these coins, you can even get them in mint state condition! You can purchase yours on our website or over the phone at 516-739-5822.