coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $3 (Three Dollars) \ Three Dollar $3 Gold \ 1888
The $3 gold coin, also known as the "three-dollar gold piece," was minted in the United States from 1854 to 1889. It was created primarily for ease of trade and to facilitate transactions in gold, particularly in the context of the burgeoning American economy. The coin features a design by James B. Longacre, typically depicting Lady Liberty on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. The 1888 issue is part of the last series of this denomination, which was eventually discontinued due to lack of public demand and practical usage. Collectors value these coins for their unique design and historical significance, particularly in the context of the Gold Rush era.
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1888-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold | $3 (Three Dollars) | Three Dollar $3 Gold | 1888 | Philadelphia |
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1888-P (Philadelphia) Three Dollar $3 Gold | $3 (Three Dollars) | Three Dollar $3 Gold | 1888 | Philadelphia |