Indian Head Gold Coins

November 20, 2009 – Of all the coins that investors seek to supplement their current holdings, Indian head gold coins are sometimes the hardest to locate in certain denominations and Mint State grades. Indian Head gold coins have no rim to protect either side, so uncirculated versions of $10, $5, and $2.5 Indian Gold Eagles are especially prized for their longevity through a gold confiscation, three gold cycles, and a full century.

Indian Head coins were produced by the US Mint between 1907-1933 in the $10 denomination. This coin contains ½ ounce of gold, and in 1908 president Theodore Roosevelt authorized the minting of the smaller denominations. The $5 and $2.5 coins bear a recessed design, so the image of Lady Liberty with the Indian headdress goes into the coin rather than out of the coin.

Many people originally feared that the recessed nature of the coin could make it a disease carrier, but it is now highly valued as a collector’s item and a long-term investment. Even if the coin could transport disease, investment-grade coins are hermetically sealed in a secure plastic holder so the air-tight packaging can eliminate any fear of a disease carrying rarity.

Indian head gold coins were minted until 1933, when our government confiscated and melted down millions of ounces of gold to pay down national debt. These coins should not be confused with the $1 Gold Indians, which were minted between 1849 and 1889. Get a free information kit on American gold coins by emailing us or calling us directly. Our friendly specialists are trained to offer obligation-free assistance so that you can make a wise gold investment. 

Kevin Johnson

Senior Staff Writer – GoldCoin.net