Pre-1933 U.S. Gold Coins
Before 1933, the U.S. Mint struck gold coins for circulation, including the Liberty Head and Saint-Gaudens double eagles. Common dates are bought for their gold; better dates and grades are bought as collectibles.
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What it's worth in metal today
- U.S. $20 gold (pre-1933) · 0.9675 oz gold…
- U.S. $10 gold (pre-1933) · 0.4838 oz gold…
- U.S. $5 gold (pre-1933) · 0.2419 oz gold…
Melt value at the live spot reference, not a buy or sell price. Melt value calculator
Specifications
| Issuer | United States Mint (historic) |
|---|---|
| Purity | .900 |
| $20 gold weight | 0.9675 troy oz |
| $10 gold weight | 0.4838 troy oz |
| $5 gold weight | 0.2419 troy oz |
Pre-1933 U.S. Gold Coins history by year
| Year | What changed |
|---|---|
| 1849–1907 | Liberty Head double eagles ($20). |
| 1907–1933 | Saint-Gaudens double eagles ($20). |
| 1907–1933 | Indian Head $10 eagles; Indian Head $5 from 1908–1929. |
| 1933 | Gold coin production for circulation ends. |
Sizes we plan to offer
- $20 double eagle
- $10 eagle
- $5 half eagle
- graded coins (to be confirmed)
What to compare before buying
- Compare price per ounce of actual gold weight (AGW), not gross weight.
- Graded coins are priced by grade and grading service, not just gold content.
- Common dates trade much closer to gold value than key dates.
Frequently asked questions
Why 1933?
U.S. gold coin production for circulation ended in 1933.
How much gold is in a $20 gold coin?
0.9675 troy ounces.
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