coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$5 \ Moffat & Co. \ 1850
The G 5 Moffat Co. coin from 1850 refers to a private gold coin produced by Moffat & Co., a prominent minting operation in California during the Gold Rush. These coins were issued in denominations of $5 and are composed primarily of gold, reflecting the era's emphasis on gold as a standard currency. Moffat & Co. was known for minting coins that were widely accepted in trade, contributing to the development of a stable currency system in the western United States. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance, rarity, and the unique designs characteristic of private minting operations in the mid-19th century.
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1850 G$5 Moffat & Co. K-7 | G$5 | Moffat & Co. | 1850 | San Francisco |