Coin

5 Dollars Classic Head (1834) — United States

Name: 5 Dollars Classic Head (1834) — United States
Brand: United States Mint of Philadelphia
SKU: KM#57, PCGS#8171-8178, 8180, etc.
Availability: InStock

United States • 1834 • KM#57, PCGS#8171-8178, 8180, etc.

Overview

A 'Classic Head' 5 Dollars gold coin of the United States, struck in Proof format in 1834 at the Philadelphia Mint (plain 4 variety). The obverse features Liberty facing left, surrounded by 13 stars, while the reverse depicts a heraldic eagle with a Union shield. Designed by William Kneass and composed of .900 gold.

Specifications

Country: United States
Year: 1834
Composition: Gold (.900) (.100 copper)
Weight: 8.36 g
Diameter: 22.5 mm
Mint: United States Mint of Philadelphia
Shape: Round
Technique: Milled
References: KM#57, PCGS#8171-8178, 8180, etc.
Issuer: United States

Design details

Obverse

Liberty facing left, surrounded by 13 stars, with the date below.

Reverse

Heraldic eagle with Union shield and holding 3 arrows and an olive branch

Collector insights

Design heritage: William Kneass is credited as the designer for the Standard circulation coins series. Designer attribution helps distinguish this issue from later restrikes or unofficial copies that reuse only the motif.
Struck at: United States Mint of Philadelphia. Confirm the mintmark on your example before comparing prices — same-year issues from different mints often trade at very different levels.
Gold issue: Gold (.900) (.100 copper) — bullion demand competes with numismatic demand. Weight and fineness (not just face value) drive the melt-value floor.
Catalogue reference: Listed as KM#57, PCGS#8171-8178, 8180, etc.. Use this reference code when cross-checking auction archives, dealer inventories, and standard printed catalogues.

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