coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $3 (Three Dollars) \ $3 Princess Gold \ 1873
The $3 Princess Gold coin, minted in the United States from 1854 to 1889, features a design by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver James B. Longacre. The 1873 version is part of the collectible series known for its distinct three-dollar denomination, which was intended to facilitate the purchase of gold jewelry. The obverse depicts a young woman, representing Liberty, wearing a crown, while the reverse features a wreath encircling the denomination. The $3 Princess Gold coins are popular among collectors due to their limited mintage and unique value in American numismatic history.
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1873 $3 Closed 3 | $3 (Three Dollars) | $3 Princess Gold | 1873 | Philadelphia |
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1873 $3 Closed 3 | $3 (Three Dollars) | $3 Princess Gold | 1873 | Philadelphia |