coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$16.00 \ Moffat & Co.
The Moffat Company was involved in producing private gold coins during the California Gold Rush in the mid-19th century, specifically from 1850 to 1852. These coins, often referred to as "Moffat gold," featured denominations such as $2.50, $5, $10, and $20. They were minted in San Francisco and were made to facilitate commerce in an era when the official U.S. Mint was unable to meet the demand for gold currency. Collectors value Moffat coins for their historical significance and rarity, especially in higher grades.
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(1849) G$16.00 Moffat & Co. Ingot, 20 3/4 Carat, K-3 | G$16.00 | Moffat & Co. | 1849 | San Francisco |