coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$1 \ $1 Gold Type 3 \ 1857 \ San Francisco
The $1 Gold Coin, Type 3, minted in 1857 in San Francisco, is part of the Liberty Head series produced by the United States Mint. This coin features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and a unique design on the reverse that includes a wreath surrounding the numeral "1." The Type 3 coins were made during a period when gold was being extensively used in American currency, and the 1857 issue is notable for its historical context, as it was one of the last coins released before the Coinage Act of 1864, which altered the design and specifications of gold coins. Collectors often seek this piece for its historical significance and its association with the Gold Rush era.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1857-S G$1 | G$1 | $1 Gold Type 3 | 1857 | San Francisco |