$1 Liberty Head Gold Coin - Type 1 (1849-1854)

This is the perfect time to start – or add to – your collection of United States gold coins.

Gold has always been treasured for its beauty and lasting value, and classic United States gold coins are the most respected and sought-after in the world. But the last circulating gold coins were minted more than 75 years ago; over 90% of all U.S. gold coins were melted by the U.S. government in the 1930s. Millions more were melted for quick profits when the price of gold bullion shot up. As a result, only a tiny fraction of the original gold coins remain – especially in Extremely Fine condition.

This coin was minted in .900 Fine Gold and contains .04837 oz. of pure gold.

Liberty Head Gold Coins are classic symbols of America’s golden past and include the first-ever $1 and $20 gold coins inspired by the California Gold Rush. Liberty Head Gold Coins feature an elegant design that was last struck for circulation over a century ago.

This $1 denomination Type 1 design was the very first gold dollar and was minted for just 6 years, from 1849 to 1854.

• Your coin will arrive inside a handsome Franklin Mint velvet pouch accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
• Diameter of 13mm.