$1 U.S. Gold Coin (1849–1889) – .900 Pure, Random Year
The $1 U.S. Gold Coin is the smallest denomination ever minted in gold by the United States. Issued between 1849 and 1889, it features historic designs across three types and five minting locations. These compact coins are highly collectible and represent a fascinating era of U.S. monetary history.
Coin Highlights
- Mint Facility: Philadelphia Mint (no mint mark), Charlotte Mint (C), Dahlonega (D), New Orleans (O), and San Francisco Mint (O)
- Purity: .900 Fine Gold
- Metal Weight: 0.0484 Troy Ounce
- Diameter: Type 1 – 13 mm; Types 2 & 3 – 15 mm
- Edge: Reeded
- Quality: Circulated (Random Condition)
Please Note: Design, year, mint, and condition selection is our choice, randomly selected based on limited inventory.
Design Details
- Type 1 (1849–1854): Liberty Head designed by James B. Longacre; reverse shows denomination within a wreath (open or closed variation). Diameter is 13 mm.
- Type 2 (1854–1856): Indian Princess Head (Small Head); redesign with tighter wreath, known for weak strikes. Diameter is 15 mm.
- Type 3 (1856–1889): Indian Princess Head (Large Head); improved striking and refined design. Diameter is 15 mm.
Why Buy the $1 U.S. Gold Coin?
- First and only $1 gold coin issued by the U.S. Mint
- Historical representation of 19th-century American coinage
- Struck at five different U.S. Mint locations, including now-closed branches
- Available in multiple design types for collectors
- Contains nearly 1/20th troy ounce of .900 fine gold
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