Yes, $5 coins exist. The United States previously had a circulating $5 gold coin known as the half-eagle, which was in circulation from 1795 to 1932 . This denomination, like other circulating gold coins, was discontinued in 1933.
However, the U.S. Mint currently produces $5 gold bullion coins as part of the American Gold Eagle and American Gold Buffalo series, primarily intended for collectors and investors. The American Gold Eagle $5 coin is 1/10 troy ounce of 22-karat gold. There are also commemorative $5 coins occasionally minted for collectors, which are authorized by acts of Congress.
How much is a five dollar coin worth?
Good point! Generally speaking, you should expect to pay no less than $300 for a $5 Liberty. The value of the gold present in the coin sets a baseline price that ensures even the worst preserved coins will sell for three figures.
Do 5 dollar coins exist?
Modern Gold Eagles made from 1986 to present are referred to as $5 Gold Eagles and weigh 1/10 oz. If you are looking at coins made prior to 1933 (pre-33′), the $5 face value is for both the Indian Head and Liberty designs. Those pieces are right at . 25 oz. or ¼ oz.