Indian Head Eagle ($10) Value
1907–1933 · $10 · 90% gold, 10% copper
Value by Grade
| Grade | Est. Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P-1) | $850.00 |
| Good (G-4) | $900.00 |
| Fine (F-12) | $1,000 |
| Uncirculated (MS-63) | $1,500 |
| Gem (MS-65) | $4,500 |
| Perfect (MS-70) | $22,500 |
Key Dates & Rare Varieties
| Date/Variety | Why It's Special | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1907 Wire Rim | Ultra high relief pattern — extremely rare | $50,000–$300,000 |
| 1933 | Last year — most melted, very few survive legally | $50,000–$500,000 |
| 1920-S | Low survivorship — most were melted | $15,000–$100,000 |
| 1907 No Motto | First year without IN GOD WE TRUST | $1,000–$3,000 |
| 1911-D | Lower mintage Denver issue | $1,000–$5,000 |
Coin Specifications
- Designer
- Augustus Saint-Gaudens
- Years
- 1907–1933
- Denomination
- $10
- Composition
- 90% gold, 10% copper
- Diameter
- 27 mm
- Weight
- 16.72 g
Quick Value
Where to Buy/Sell
Indian Head Eagle ($10): History & Background
The Indian Head Eagle was designed by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens as part of President Theodore Roosevelt's ambitious coinage redesign program. The obverse features Liberty wearing a Native American feathered headdress — not a depiction of a Native American, but Liberty in indigenous garb, similar to earlier allegorical representations. The coin was initially struck without the motto IN GOD WE TRUST in 1907, as Roosevelt believed placing God's name on money was sacrilegious, but Congress mandated its addition in 1908. The series ran until 1933 when President Franklin Roosevelt issued Executive Order 6102, ending gold coinage for circulation. The coin contains 0.48375 troy ounces of pure gold.
How to Grade a Indian Head Eagle ($10)
Accurate grading is the single most important factor in determining a coin's value. A difference of just a few grade points can mean 10× or more in value. Examine the highest points of the design first — these are where wear appears earliest. For the finest grades, luster, strike quality, and surface preservation all matter. Professional grading by PCGS or NGC adds certainty and typically increases resale value. Read our complete grading guide →