coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Other / Varied \ California & State Fractional Gold Tokens \ 1849
California State Fractional Gold Tokens were minted during the California Gold Rush in 1849. These tokens are not official U.S. coins but were issued by private entities to facilitate trade and provide a substitute for small denominations that were in short supply. Made primarily from gold, they typically feature imagery related to California's gold mining history. Collectors prize these tokens for their historical significance and rarity, representing a unique aspect of American numismatic history.
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1849-Dated Cal. Gold Minerva, Bear, Round "1/4" Ms | Other / Varied | California & State Fractional Gold Tokens | 1849 | Unknown |