coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$1 \ $1 Gold Type 1 \ 1854 \ San Francisco
The $1 Gold Type 1 coin, minted in 1854 in San Francisco, is a part of the Gold Dollar series issued by the United States. This particular type features a design by James B. Longacre, showcasing a Liberty head on the obverse and a wreath with the denomination on the reverse. The coins were struck with a weight of 1.672 grams and are composed of 90% gold, making them notable for their numismatic value as well as their gold content. The Type 1 design was produced only from 1849 to 1854, and examples from the San Francisco Mint are particularly sought after by collectors.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1854-S G$1 | G$1 | $1 Gold Type 1 | 1854 | San Francisco |