1855 $1 Indian Head Gold Type 2 AU-53 NGC
Numismatic
1855 $1 Indian Head Gold Type 2 AU-53 NGC
In 1855, the Philadelphia Mint produced a distinctive gold dollar featuring the Type 2 Indian Head design. This specific coin, composed of 90% gold with a precious metal content of 0.0484 troy ounces, represents a brief and fascinating design window in United States coinage history. Out of a total mintage of 758,269 pieces struck that year, this specimen has survived in remarkable condition, receiving an About Uncirculated 53 (AU-53) grade from a major independent certification service. The obverse of the coin showcases the stylized Indian Head portrait, a design that captures a unique era of American numismatic art. Despite its small physical size, the coin carries a face value of one dollar and stands as a testament to the mid-nineteenth-century gold coinage system, offering observers a tangible look at the craftsmanship of the Philadelphia Mint during this period.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1855 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Dollar |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.0484 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.76 mm |
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