The $1 Gold Indian Type 3 coin, struck from 1856 to 1889, is the final iteration of the smallest denomination in U.S. gold coinage. Designed by Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, the Type 3 was a response to striking difficulties seen in the earlier Type 2 design. This version features a broader Liberty portrait and flatter relief, ensuring more consistent and detailed strikes across its long production run.
Historical Significance:
The Type 3 Indian Gold Dollar was a mainstay in American commerce during a period of westward expansion, industrial growth, and Civil War reconstruction. As the most widely produced and circulated of the three gold dollar types, it offers collectors a tangible link to 19th-century American life. In VF condition, the coin showcases its key design features while bearing the honest signs of circulation.
Highlights:
- Contains .04837 troy ounces of .900 fine gold
- Obverse: Liberty wears a feathered headdress with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" inscribed
- Reverse: Displays an agricultural wreath surrounding the denomination and date
- Graded Very Fine (VF) with clear major design elements and moderate overall wear
- Minted at multiple U.S. Mints, including Philadelphia, San Francisco, Charlotte, and Dahlonega
Specifications
SKU: |
187 |
Year: |
Random |
Grade: |
Very Fine |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
1 Dollar |
Mint Mark: |
Varies |
Metal Content: |
0.0484 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9 |
Thickness: |
0.76 mm |
Diameter: |
15 mm |
