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in stockGold · 1880
Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
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1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle MS-65 NGC
The 1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle is a historic U.S. coin with .900 purity and a weight of 0.2419 troy oz (7.50 g). Graded MS-65 by NGC, it is sought after by collectors and investors for its numismatic value and gold content.
.900 fine· 0.2419 troy oz (7.50 g)· IRA eligible
$5,829.00
$5,829.00 / item · cash price · United States Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $1,031.34 · 0.2419 oz fine
- Premium
- $4,797.66 (465.2% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,263.50 /oz · as of 04:45 PM ET
- Fixed market ask · melt floor monitored
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
Price holds through checkout · KYC at first purchase · cancel before settlement
A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-3096
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeMS-65
Chain of custodyUnited States Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle, minted by the United States Mint, is a remarkable piece of American history. With a purity of .900 and a fine weight of 0.2419 troy oz (7.50 g), this coin is not only a collector's item but also a tangible asset for investors. Measuring 21.6 mm in diameter and 1.59 mm in thickness, it has been graded MS-65 by NGC, ensuring its high quality and appeal in the numismatic market.
Artistically, the coin features the renowned Liberty head on the obverse, designed by James B. Longacre, symbolizing freedom and the values upon which the United States was founded. The reverse depicts a powerful eagle, a representation of strength and unity, further enhancing its cultural significance.
From an investment perspective, the 1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle is a sound choice for those looking to diversify their portfolios with precious metals. Its sovereign guarantee and historical value provide a layer of security, while its eligibility for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m) makes it an attractive option for retirement planning.
Integrating seamlessly with Rockwell Metals' ecosystem, this coin benefits from our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best price. Each coin is assigned a unique Cryptographic Vault Passport, verified by XRF-spectrometer serial numbers, and allocated in our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults. Investors also enjoy instant sell-back liquidity or insured armored delivery options, making the 1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle a versatile addition to any investment strategy.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1880 $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle features the iconic Liberty head, designed by engraver James B. Longacre. Liberty is depicted wearing a coronet inscribed with the word 'LIBERTY', surrounded by 13 stars representing the original colonies, symbolizing freedom and independence.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases a majestic eagle with outstretched wings, a shield on its breast, and a banner inscribed with 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'. This design, also by Longacre, reflects the strength and unity of the United States, making it a powerful symbol of American heritage.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .900
- Fine Weight
- 0.2419 troy oz (7.50 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1880
- Grade / Finish
- MS-65
- Diameter
- 21.6 mm
- Thickness
- 1.59 mm
- Face Value
- $5 USD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-LIB-5D-1880-MS65
- Catalog ID
- 3096
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
United States Mint. Die-verified 1880 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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