California Fractional Gold coins were issued in the 19th century, particularly around 1852, to address the need for small change during the California Gold Rush. These coins often featured denominations that included fractional amounts of gold, typically ranging from a quarter-dollar to one dollar. The Fifty Cents designation refers to a specific denomination among these coins. Due to their unique historical context and limited mintage, California Fractional Gold coins are highly sought after by collectors, particularly those focusing on early American numismatics and gold coinage.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1852-- (Unknown) California Fractional Gold 50¢ (Fifty Cents) California Fractional Gold 1852 Unknown
United States of America 1852 N/A California Fractional Gold 50¢ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) California Fractional Gold 1852 N/A
United States of America 1852 Philadelphia California Fractional Gold 50¢ 50¢ (Fifty Cents) California Fractional Gold 1852 Philadelphia