coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $3 (Three Dollars) \ Three Dollar $3 Gold \ 1861
The Three Dollar gold coin, also known as the $3 gold piece, was minted by the United States from 1854 to 1889. It features a distinctive design, often displaying a Liberty head on the obverse and an oak wreath on the reverse, symbolizing national strength. The 1861 Three Dollar gold coin is particularly notable due to the historical context of the Civil War and the variation in mintage during that year. This coin is considered a rarity among collectors, especially in high grades, due to its limited production and historical significance.
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1861-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold | $3 (Three Dollars) | Three Dollar $3 Gold | 1861 | Philadelphia |
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1861-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold | $3 (Three Dollars) | Three Dollar $3 Gold | 1861 | Philadelphia |