1854 $3 Gold Princess XF-45 PCGS
Numismatic
1854 $3 Gold Princess XF-45 PCGS
In 1854, the United States Mint introduced a highly unusual denomination: the three-dollar gold piece. This first-year issue carried a specific practical purpose, as its three-dollar face value was designed to equal the exact cost of one hundred first-class postage stamps of the era. Containing 0.1451 ounces of gold, this coin represents the beginning of a series that ran from 1854 to 1889. The obverse of this gold coin features a detailed profile of an Indian Princess. On the reverse, the design showcases a decorative wreath encircling the denomination and the year of issue. This particular specimen is certified in Extra Fine 45 condition, preserving the intricate details of a coin that survived widespread melting in later decades, which significantly reduced the number of these pieces left for us to study today.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1854 |
| Grade | Extra Fine - 45 (PCGS) |
| Legal-tender face value | 3 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1451 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
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