2 rare US coins which had high significance in their era
California Gold Rush $1 & $2.50 (1850-1854) set
California Gold Rush $1 & $2.50 (1850-1854) set
- Two rare US coins which had high significance in their era
- Created as a result of the California Gold Rush
- Both coins have a low mintage as they were not saved in substantial quantities
- Type: Single
- Availability: Medium
Price: €1,150
- In the early 1800 during the first gold rush of the United States, a coin was born – the first ever $1 gold coin. However, it wasn’t until March 1849 in the 2nd gold rush that the gold dollar entered into the rare coin market. The $1 gold coin was designed by James B. Longacre who was the U.S Mints chief engraver. With a diameter of just 13mm, all that could be depicted on the reverse are the words ‘1 DOLLAR’ along with the date and a wreath. This is surrounded by the words: ‘United States of America’. These gold dollars were extremely rare and produced for a total of six years. The Liberty Head $2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle coins were struck at several mints across the United States, which included Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega and New Orleans. These coins were also created as a result of the California gold rush – like the $1 gold coin. The main reason that both of these coins are rare is because the coins were not saved in substantial quantities, and most have been lost or melted, therefore, securing these coins allows you to be in possession of a truly remarkable piece of history.
Price: €1,150
Specifications
- Metal:
- Gold
- Quality:
- BU
- Weight:
- 1.672 grams / 4.18 grams
- Diameter:
- 13mm & 18mm
- Issuing Authority:
- United States
- Denomination:
- $1 & $2.5
- Year of Issue:
- 1850
- Mintage Limit:
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2 rare US coins which had high significance in their era
Specifications
- Metal:
- Gold
- Quality:
- BU
- Weight:
- 1.672 grams / 4.18 grams
- Diameter:
- 13mm & 18mm
- Issuing Authority:
- United States
- Denomination:
- $1 & $2.5
- Year of Issue:
- 1850
- Mintage Limit:
California Gold Rush $1 & $2.50 (1850-1854) set
Price: €1,150
