coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$1 \ $1 Gold Type 1 \ 1854
The $1 Gold Type 1 coin, minted in the United States from 1849 to 1854, features a design known as the "California Gold Rush" coinage. The obverse showcases a head of Liberty wearing a gold helmet, surrounded by thirteen stars, while the reverse displays a wreath and the denomination "1 DOLLAR." This coin, made of 90% gold and 10% copper, was part of the U.S. government's effort to standardize currency amidst the influx of gold from California. The 1854 issue is particularly notable for collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
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1854 G$1 Type 1 | G$1 | $1 Gold Type 1 | 1854 | Philadelphia |
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1854-D G$1 | G$1 | $1 Gold Type 1 | 1854 | Dahlonega |
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1854-S G$1 | G$1 | $1 Gold Type 1 | 1854 | San Francisco |