coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $1 (One Dollar) \ $1 Gold \ 1855 \ Philadelphia
The 1855 $1 Gold coin, also known as the Type 1 Gold Dollar, was minted in Philadelphia and is notable for its small size and numismatic significance. It features a design by engraver James B. Longacre, showcasing Liberty in a headdress on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. This coin is part of a series that marked the United States' early foray into gold coinage, reflecting the Gold Rush era's impact on the economy. Collectors seek the 1855 $1 Gold for its historical value and rarity, particularly in higher grades.
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1855 G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1855 | Philadelphia |
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1855 G$1 Type 2 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1855 | Philadelphia |
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1855-P (Philadelphia) Gold Dollars | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1855 | Philadelphia |
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1855-P (Philadelphia) Gold Dollars | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1855 | Philadelphia |