The three-dollar gold coin, commonly referred to as the "three-dollar piece," was minted in the United States from 1854 to 1889. The 1856 three-dollar gold coin is part of this series and was designed to cater to the needs of commerce, specifically for convenient transactions. Featuring a depiction of Liberty on the obverse and an agricultural motif on the reverse, these coins are notable for their rarity and gold content, making them a popular choice among collectors and investors in precious metals.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1856-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold $3 (Three Dollars) Three Dollar $3 Gold 1856 Philadelphia
1856-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold $3 (Three Dollars) Three Dollar $3 Gold 1856 Philadelphia
1856-S (San Francisco) Three Dollar $3 Gold $3 (Three Dollars) Three Dollar $3 Gold 1856 San Francisco