Historic Gold Liberty Coins Now Available by the Pound

From 1838 to 1908, the United States Mint struck some of the most enduring gold coins in American history—the Gold Liberty series. These coins circulated through the Wild West, the Gilded Age, and the dawn of the 20th century. And now, for a limited time, you can own them by the pound.

U.S. Goverment-Issued Gold Coins Struck in 90% Gold

That’s right—you can secure a full pound of U.S. government–issued Gold Liberty coins. Each gold coin is an original piece of history, struck in various sizes ranging from the 4.18-gram $2.50 Quarter Eagle all the way up to the 33.436-gram $20 Gold Double Eagle—all struck in highly pure 90% fine gold and guaranteed to be in collector condition with clearly visible dates and mint marks.

The Gold Liberty Coins that Powered a Nation

The $2.50, $5, and $10 Gold Liberty coins—struck from 1838 to 1908—show off Christian Gobrecht’s elegant designs, while the mighty $20 Liberty Double Eagle proudly carries the handiwork of James B. Longacre. Each denomination shares a classic portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and a bold eagle on the reverse, giving them a family resemblance any collector can spot. In the Wild West, these coins were everywhere: the smaller pieces jingled through saloons and general stores paying for meals, tools, and the occasional poker hand, while the larger denominations handled big-ticket purchases and serious bank business. Today, they still spark curiosity and smiles, especially from collectors who love holding a little frontier history in their hands.

When merchants conducted business in San Francisco during the Gold Rush, when ranchers bought Montana land, or when bankers financed the transcontinental railroad, the gold coins changing hands were Liberty Eagles. A $2.50 Quarter Eagle might secure a week's provisions, while a $10 Eagle could outfit a family for the trail.

Vintage Gold Coins are Becoming Increasingly Scarce

Today, surviving examples of these coins are increasingly scarce, as decades of circulation, melting, and loss have left far fewer of these historic pieces available to collectors than the millions originally struck.

$2.50 Quarter Eagle

Year Minted   1840-1907

Total Mintage   11,921,171

Weight   4.18 grams

Diameter   18 mm

$5 Half Eagle

Year Minted   1839-1908

Total Mintage   ~70 Million

Weight   8.359 grams

Diameter   21.6 mm

$10 Eagle

Year Minted   1838-1907

Total Mintage   ~42 million

Weight   16.718 grams

Diameter   27 mm

$20 Double Eagle

Year Minted   1849-1907

Total Mintage   ~174 million

Weight   33.436 grams

Diameter   34 mm

Why Own Gold Liberty Coins

"Eureka!" echoed through the valleys in 1848 as rivers of gold poured from the earth, transforming sleepy outposts into booming mints. The U.S. Mint struck Liberty Head gold coins at legendary locations like Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, San Francisco, Carson City, and Denver.

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Vintage Coins

Struck by the U.S. Mint from 1838 to 1908

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Iconic Designs

By James B. Longacre and Christian Gobrecht

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Minted in 90% Gold

Born out of the California Gold Rush

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Legal-Tender

$2.50, $5, $10 & $20 Gold Liberty Coins

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Grades

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (XF–AU) condition

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Historic

Coins that survived the Gold Recall of 1933

It's a Miracle Any Survived!

THE 1933 GOLD RECALL

The coins here miraculously survived President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Gold Recall of 1933, requiring all Americans to trade in their gold, gold bullion, and gold certificates as a means of boosting an economy that was still foundering following the Great Depression. The government collected and melted $300 million in gold coins, turning them into gold bars that reside in Fort Knox. As a result, nobody knows how many of these $5 Gold Liberty coins still exist today.

Of those nearly 300 million Liberty gold coins minted over seven decades, countless millions vanished forever into the melting pots. Official estimates suggest that fewer than 5% of pre-1933 U.S. gold coins remain today.

The coins we're offering are the fortunate survivors - American relics that miraculously escaped destruction and have been preserved for over nine decades since that historic recall.

From $20 to $4,000+ Per Ounce

When these coins were struck, gold was valued at approximately $20 per ounce. Today, in 2025, gold has soared to over $4,000 per ounce - a testament to both the precious metal's enduring value and these coins' historical significance

Each Liberty coin is a bridge to the people and places that shaped our country - a tangible connection to pioneers who built America's wealth and wonder. As we approach the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026, there's never been a more meaningful time to own genuine pieces of this enduring history.

DESIGN THAT DEFINES AN ERA

Morgans span 1878–1904 and again in 1921; the 1887 date sits at the heart of the series and the frontier narrative.

The Reverse

An American eagle with outstretched wings, clutching an olive branch and three arrows beneath IN GOD WE TRUST—classic symbols of peace and readiness.

The Obverse

Lady Liberty wearing the Phrygian cap of freedom, crowned with cotton and wheat.

One, Half and Quarter-Pound Bags Available

If a one-pound 20-coin bag of gleaming Gold Liberty Coins is too much for you to handle, we also have half-pound 10-coin bags and quarter-pound 6-coin bags available. These hefty bags of Gold Liberties come housed in burlap sacks, ensuring that collectors can add substantial weight to their stash of gold coins! The dates and mints in these bags will vary.

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Regular Retail Price: $129.95 per coin

Each bag contains an assorted mix of $2.50, $5, $10, and $20 Liberty gold pieces

• Dates and mint marks will vary
• All coins in rustic burlap sacks
• And a FREE Bonus Pack worth over $230!

Household Limit: Maximum 5 coins per household

1 POUND

The Prospector's Haul

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20 Coins Included
A full pound of vintage American gold history in your hands

1/2 POUND

The Pioneer's Cache

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10 Coins Included
A substantial collection perfect for serious collectors

1/4 POUND

The Settler's Stake

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6 Coins Included
An excellent entry into vintage gold collecting

Bonus Pack Included

Over $230 Value

• Declaration of Independence 8½" x 11"Commemorative
• Gold Type Set Information Booklet
• 1934 $100,000Gold Certificate Commemorative Print
• 1880-1904 $1 Morgan Dollar graded NGC/PCGS MS64 (date our choice)
• 2025 1oz Silver Eagle Graded MS70

Specifications

Minted: 1838-1908

Composition: .900Fine Gold

Denominations: $2.50, $5, $10, and $20 Legal Tender

Obverse: Iconic Lady Liberty Design

Reverse: Majestic Bald Eagle

Sizes: 18mm to 34mm Diameter

Condition: Extra Fine (XF) to About Uncirculated (AU)

History: Survivors of the 1933 Government Melt

What You Receive:

• Date and mint: 1887-P, Philadelphia (the Mother Mint).
• Mintage perspective: 20,290,000 struck; represents 3.09% of all Morgans ever minted.
• Survival perspective: only about 15% of all Morgans are estimated to exist today across all conditions.

Quality Assurance:

• Composition and size: 90% silver; 26.73 grams; 38.1 mm diameter.
• Known for notable surface preservation among Morgan issues.
• Timely heritage as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026.

EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER PRICING

Regular Retail Price: $129.95 per coin

Your Subscriber-Only Pricing:
$109.95 ea.

Save $20 per coin

Household Limit: Maximum 5 coins per household

MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY EXPLAINED

Ultra High Relief Process Standard coins use relief heights of 0.5mm or less. Ultra High Relief extends this to 1.4mm through specialized dies and multiple high-pressure strikes, creating three-dimensional sculptural effects.

Selective Rose Gold Plating Precision masking allows rose gold application to specific design areas only. The process bonds gold to silver at the molecular level, ensuring permanent adhesion and color stability.

Pulsating Forest Field Technology Microscopic engraving patterns, each measured in fractions of millimeters, cover designated field areas. These patterns interact with light sources to create movement illusions and depth effects.

Reverse Proof Technique Standard proof coins feature mirror-like fields with frosted raised elements. Reverse proofs invert this relationship—frosted fields with polished raised elements—creating enhanced contrast and visual impact.

THE SCARCITY FACTOR

The Royal Canadian Mint produced 8,500 total pieces—a fraction of typical Silver Maple Leaf production numbers. However, the complexity of the manufacturing process meant only a small percentage achieved perfect condition.

Of the 8,500 coins produced, exactly 1,455 received NGC PF70 grading—representing just 17% of total production.

THE MATHEMATICS OF SCARCITY:

• Total Production: 8,500 coins
• Perfect NGC PF70 Examples: 1,455 coins
• Success Rate: 17%
• Population per North American collector: Approximately 1 coin per 260,000 people

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT HERITAGE

Established in 1908, the Royal Canadian Mint operates from facilities in Ottawa and Winnipeg, producing circulation coins for Canada and numerous other countries. The Silver Maple Leaf program launched in 1988 with 99.99% purity—then the world's highest standard for silver bullion coins.

Walter Ott's maple leaf design became an instant classic, symbolizing both Canadian national identity and the mint's commitment to precious metal purity. Susan Taylor's 2025 resculpting honors the original design while demonstrating current minting capabilities.