Description
$10 Liberty Head Gold Eagle (Random Year, AU)
Historic U.S. Gold Coin | 90% Fine | Nearly Half-Ounce Gold Content
At a glance: The $10 Liberty Head Eagle is a 19th-century U.S. gold coin (1838–1907) containing 0.4838 troy oz of pure gold in 90% fine alloy, offered in About Uncirculated (AU) condition — sharp detail with only light high-point wear. A random date costs about 0.48 × the live gold spot price plus a collector premium, ships fully insured from Summit Metals, and is not IRA eligible (below .995). Best for collectors who want pre-1933 gold with potential key mint marks like Carson City. Page updated July 2026.
Quick Facts:
Metal Content: 0.4838 troy oz gold (90% Fine, 21.6 kt)
Total Weight: 16.718 g
Years: 1838 – 1907 (random date & mint mark)
Mint: United States Mint – Philadelphia · San Francisco · New Orleans · Carson City · Denver
Face Value: $10 USD
Diameter: 27 mm | Thickness: 2.03 mm (approx.)
Condition: About Uncirculated (AU) – sharp detail with light high-point wear
Packaging: Individual coin in protective flips
IRA Eligible: No (below .995 fineness) — see our modern Gold Eagles for IRA gold
Why Choose Summit Metals?
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Every Liberty Eagle is verified for weight, fineness, and authenticity—giving you peace of mind when adding vintage U.S. gold to your portfolio.
Timeless Liberty Head Design
Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the $10 Liberty Eagle embodies 19th-century American artistry:
Obverse: Coronet-style Lady Liberty facing left, wearing a coronet inscribed “LIBERTY,” encircled by 13 stars and the coin’s year.
Reverse: Heraldic eagle with shield clasping arrows and olive branch, surrounded by “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and denomination “TEN D.” Pre-1866 issues lack the motto IN GOD WE TRUST; coins 1866–1907 display the motto on a ribbon above the eagle.
Mint marks (S, O, CC, D) appear below the eagle.
Investment & Collector Appeal
Historic bullion: Nearly half an ounce of gold with collectible upside.
Pre-1933 status: Exempt from certain U.S. gold confiscation concerns (historical context).
AU grade: Offers sharp detail at a fraction of Mint State premiums.
Random dates provide the excitement of potential key mint marks such as Carson City.
Ideal for diversifying with vintage gold that combines intrinsic value and numismatic charm.
Packaging & Delivery
Coins ship in protective flips. Summit Metals packages all orders discreetly, fully insured, and trackable—from our vault to your door.
Secure Your $10 Liberty Gold Eagle Today
Own a tangible piece of America’s 19th-century gold legacy. Click “Add to Cart” to purchase a Random-Year $10 Liberty Head Gold Eagle (AU) and invest confidently with Summit Metals!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the $10 Liberty Eagle IRA eligible? No — 90% fine is below the .995 IRS threshold; our modern Gold Eagles are the IRA route.
How much gold does it contain? 0.4838 troy ounces of pure gold.
What does AU condition mean? About Uncirculated — only the lightest wear on the highest points, with most original detail and some luster. Not a BU coin.
Which year will I receive? A random date and mint mark from 1838–1907.
Could I get a Carson City coin? Possibly — CC, O, S, and D mint marks all exist in the series and arrive at random.
With or without motto? Both types exist: pre-1866 coins lack “IN GOD WE TRUST”; 1866–1907 coins carry it.
How much is it worth? About 0.48 × the live gold spot price plus a collector premium.
Who designed it? Christian Gobrecht.
Is it authentic? Yes — verified for weight, fineness, and authenticity.
Can I sell it back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.
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