1861 $1 Indian Head Gold Dollar AU
Numismatic
1861 $1 Indian Head Gold Dollar AU
Minted during a pivotal year in American history, this 1861 gold dollar is a fascinating survivor of the pre-1933 era. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the coin contains 0.048375 troy ounces of gold with a purity of 0.900. Over the generations, vast numbers of these gold pieces were melted down, making the remaining examples highly compelling objects of study. The obverse design showcases a representation of Liberty adorned in a Native American headdress, encircled by the inscription of the issuing nation, the United States of America. On the reverse, a detailed wreath frames the denomination of one dollar and the 1861 year of issue. Preserved in Almost Uncirculated condition, this coin offers a remarkably clear look at the artistry of mid-nineteenth-century American coinage.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1861 |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| 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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