1847-C | $5 Liberty Gold | NGC | XF45

The 1847-C $5 Liberty Gold Coin, certified by NGC in XF45 condition, is a remarkable piece of American numismatic history. On the obverse side, Lady Liberty is elegantly portrayed wearing a coronet inscribed with the word "Liberty." She faces left, with her hair gracefully flowing, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The year of minting, 1847, is prominently displayed beneath her portrait.

The reverse of the coin features a majestic bald eagle perched on a shield, with the motto "In God We Trust" inscribed above. This coin bears the "C" mintmark, indicating its origin at the Charlotte Mint in North Carolina, a rare southern Branch mint open only from 1838 to 1861. Less than 600 coins exist in all grades combined from a mintage of around 80k.

In XF45 condition, this coin maintains a substantial amount of its original detail, despite moderate wear from circulation. It exhibits a pleasing overall appearance with only minor signs of wear or abrasions. The 1847-C $5 Liberty Gold Coin is a prized collector's item, valued for its historical significance and rarity. It serves as a tangible link to the mid-19th century in the United States southern economy. Coin shown is exact coin for sale.