Gold Dollar coins were minted in the United States from 1849 to 1889, primarily to circulate as small denomination currency. The 1851 Gold Dollar, made of 90% gold and 10% copper, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre, showcasing a Liberty head on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. These coins are collectible due to their historical significance, gold content, and relative scarcity, making them sought after by numismatists and investors alike.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1851-O (New Orleans) Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) Gold Dollars 1851 New Orleans
1851-P (Philadelphia) Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) Gold Dollars 1851 Philadelphia
United States of America 1851 Charlotte Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) $1 (One Dollar) Gold Dollars 1851 Charlotte
United States of America 1851 Dahlonega Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) $1 (One Dollar) Gold Dollars 1851 Dahlonega
United States of America 1851 N/A Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) $1 (One Dollar) Gold Dollars 1851 N/A