This coin is a striking example of a 1849 Gold Dollar, minted at the Dahlonega Mint in the United States of America. Known for its small size, this particular gold coin has a diameter of 12.7 mm and a weight of 1.7 grams, composed of a precious metal alloy containing 90% gold and 10% copper. Designed by the renowned engraver James Barton Longacre, the coin features a unique design representative of its era. This specific piece does not have a mint mark, indicating it was produced at the Dahlonega Mint, which was known for striking gold coins during the California Gold Rush. With a total mintage of only 21,588 coins, this 1849 Gold Dollar is a relatively rare collectible. The edge of the coin features a reeded pattern, adding to its aesthetic appeal and making it easily distinguishable from other types of coins. Given its historical significance and limited production, this coin possesses notable value among numismatists and collectors alike, especially for those focused on U.S. gold coinage.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 1 |
| designer | James Barton Longacre |
| diameter | 12.7 |
| edge-type | Reeded |
| height | 0 |
| material | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| mint-mark | None |
| mintage | 21588 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 1.7 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1849 |