Created a century ago by Bela Lyon Pratt, this is one of the only two U.S. gold denominations with this innovative sunken (incuse) design along with its sister, the quarter eagle
- Features a distinctive design seldom seen on U.S. coinage
- Shows an Indian chief with the word liberty and thirteen stars
- Struck from 1908-1929
- Struck at the New Orleans Mint in 90% gold
- Second year of the series with just 34,200 minted
Recognized today as part of the 20th century renaissance in U.S. coinage, makes a distinctive addition to any collection.