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Lot 392

1913 Indian Head Five Dollar Gold Coin

Sold December 12, 2025

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$800
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About this lot

Estimated Value: $1,000-1,300

Origin: Philadelphia, U.S.A.

Denomination: 5 Dollars

Year: 1913

Mint: Philadelphia Mint

Grade/Condition: Estimated: VG

Metal: 90% gold and 10% copper

Weight (+/- 0.2g): 8.4 grams

Additional Description: Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1913, this five-dollar Indian Head gold coin showcases Bela Lyon Pratt’s distinctive and pioneering design. The obverse depicts a male Native American in profile, his feathered headdress elegantly rendered in the recessed incuse style that sets this series apart in U.S. coinage. The reverse features a poised eagle atop a bundle of arrows and an olive branch, a balanced symbol of the nation’s strength and pursuit of peace. Graded Very Good, the coin shows moderate, even wear, which softens some of the finer details but preserves the overall impact and clarity of the design. Produced in Philadelphia and without a mintmark, it stands as a noteworthy example of early twentieth-century American coinage, combining technical innovation with a distinctive expression of national identity.

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Lot
392
Closed
December 12, 2025
Sold $800
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