Description

Enhance your collection with the $5 Gold Indian Half Eagle graded MS62 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), available now through Atlas Bullion. This impressive coin, designed by Bela Lyon Pratt, features a unique incuse design with a Native American chief in a headdress on the obverse and a proud eagle standing on a bundle of arrows on the reverse. Minted from 1908 to 1929, the $5 Indian Half Eagle is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, containing 0.24187 troy ounces of pure gold. NGC has certified this coin as Mint State 62 (MS62), indicating that it has slightly fewer blemishes or marks than an MS61 example and retains more of its original mint luster. Interesting fact: The $5 Indian Half Eagle was part of President Theodore Roosevelt’s “pet crime,” an initiative to beautify American coinage.
Key Features:

90% gold composition
$5 face value
Minted from 1908 to 1929
NGC MS62 grade
Unique incuse design

Specifications:

Diameter: 21.6 mm
Weight: 8.36 grams
Edge: Reeded
Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the difference between MS61 and MS62 grades?
A: MS62 (Mint State 62) coins have slightly fewer blemishes or marks and retain more original mint luster than MS61 coins. The difference in grade can affect the coin’s value and desirability to collectors.
Q: Why invest in NGC-graded $5 Indian Half Eagles?
A: NGC-graded $5 Indian Half Eagles offer a combination of historical significance, unique design, and the assurance of authenticity and grade provided by a trusted third-party grading service. These factors make them attractive to both collectors and investors.