1849 - Coins

The 1849 G 5 gold coin, minted under the authority of the United States, features design elements by engraver James B. Longacre and is notable for being part of the early gold coinage issued after the discovery of gold in California. This coin typically includes the representation of a Liberty Head on the obverse, while the reverse features a laurel wreath surrounding the denomination. The 1849 date marks a significant year in U.S. numismatic history, reflecting the burgeoning gold rush and its impact on American currency and economy during that era. Collectors value coins from this period for their historical significance and rarity.

Sacramento, California (1)

	Item	Denomination	Series	Year	Mint
	(1849) G$5 J.S. Ormsby, Plain Edge K-1a	G$5	J.S. Ormsby	1849	Sacramento, California

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