coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$10 \ U.S. Assay Office - Moffat & Co. \ 1852 \ California
The G 10 coin from the U.S. Assay Office Moffat & Co. is a type of gold coin minted in California during the Gold Rush era, specifically in 1852. These coins were produced to facilitate commerce during a time of high demand for gold currency, reflecting the burgeoning economy in the western United States. The U.S. Assay Office was authorized to mint coins and certify the purity of gold, making these pieces not only currency but also significant historical artifacts from a pivotal period in American history. Collectors prize these coins for their rarity, historical significance, and the connection to California's gold rush.
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1852 G$10 Moffat & Co. Close Date, K-8 | G$10 | U.S. Assay Office - Moffat & Co. | 1852 | California |
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1852 G$10 Moffat & Co. Wide Date, K-9 | G$10 | U.S. Assay Office - Moffat & Co. | 1852 | California |