United States of America 0 Philadelphia California Fractional Gold $10 (Ten Dollars)

Coin / United States of America / 0 / Philadelphia / California Fractional Gold / $10 (Ten Dollars)

This coin is a notable example from the California Fractional Gold series, specifically designated as a $10 Ten Dollar piece. Struck at the Philadelphia mint, it represents a period in U.S. history where small denomination gold coins were often issued to facilitate commerce during the gold rush. Although specific physical dimensions such as diameter, weight, and height are not provided (notably marked as zero), this suggests that the coin is possibly a placeholder, documentation, or a representation rather than an actual coin in the physical sense. The coin has no mint mark, indicating that it was produced at the Philadelphia mint without any distinguishing marks. While the designer is listed as "N/A," this reflects the fact that many fractional gold coins had designs that were common during the era and not attributed to individual creators. The term "mint strike" confirms that if this coin were a tangible item, it would have been produced through a proper minting process, ensuring a high quality of craftsmanship typical of government-issued currency. It's classified under the sub-type of coins, with its material specified as "other," which might refer to the composite used during minting or a lack of specific designation of its gold content. As a piece of currency under the U.S. dollar system, with a currency amount of $10, this coin not only symbolizes economic value but also carries historical significance associated with the California gold rush when many miners and entrepreneurs sought ways to mint and circulate gold for everyday transactions. Overall, this coin stands as a fascinating artifact of American numismatic history, reflecting both the economic and cultural narratives of its time.