14K Gold $5 Indian Gold Coin Pendant

Minted from 1908 to 1929, the $5 Indian gold coin was designed by Bela Lyon Pratt. The obverse of the coin bears the image of an Indian chieftain dressed in full feathers, while the reverse shows an American Eagle, standing on a bundle of arrows and an olive branch. What makes this coin stand out from other coins is its unique incuse design. The coin's images and inscriptions are actually cut into the coin surface, rather than struck bas-relief. All other coins before and since have had their designs raised slightly above the surface fields.President Theodore Roosevelt was the motivation behind bringing this radical new coin into circulation. The coin was initially resisted, as the timid general public feared the novelty of the recessed images of the coin would provide a sort of breeding ground for bacteria. Because of the $5 Indian gold coin's unusual design and history, it is a highly prized coin by collectors.The coin measures 21.6mm in diameter and is set into a polished 14K yellow gold screwtop bezel pendant. The pendant measures 1-1/4"L x 1"W x 1/8"H.Why Buy Coin Jewelry? Not only is coin jewelry collectable, but it?s a fantastic way to display the coins you love, whether you're an avid collector or first-time buyer! Coin jewelry is becoming more and more popular and has lasting style. It is a unique jewelry type as well as a fun and interesting way to display collectable coins. It is believed that the people of the ancient Roman Empire popularized the use of coins in jewelry. Coin pendants were the most widely used style, as they could be worn by both men and women. The admirable soldiers of ancient Egypt were also adorned with coin jewelry. The coins were imprinted with regal portraits, similar to the way United States presidents and other great leaders are depicted on U.S. Mint coinage. Coin jewelry continues to be just as stylish today as it was thousands of years ago.Coin jewelry can be an intr