coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$10 \ Mormon Gold Pieces \ 1849
Mormon Gold Pieces are a type of historical collectible coin minted in the mid-19th century during the California Gold Rush. Specifically issued in 1849 by the Great Salt Lake City Mint, these coins were created by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and were intended to serve as currency for the burgeoning community of Mormon settlers. The most notable variant is the G 10 denomination, which contains a specific gold content and features designs emblematic of that era. These pieces are prized by collectors for their historical significance and rarity.
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1849 G$10 Mormon K-3 | G$10 | Mormon Gold Pieces | 1849 | Salt Lake City, Utah |