1878 $3 Gold Princess MS-64 PCGS

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In 1878, the Philadelphia Mint produced a limited run of 82,304 three-dollar gold pieces. These distinctive coins, struck without a mint mark, represent a fascinating chapter in nineteenth-century American currency. Composed of 90 percent gold, each piece contains 0.1451 troy ounces of precious metal, combining delicate artistry with substantial intrinsic value. The reverse of this particular issue clearly displays the denomination and the date of production, arranged as DOLLARS and 1878. Surviving examples from this era are highly prized by historians, especially when found in exceptional states of preservation. This specific coin has been graded Mint State 64 (MS-64), indicating that it retains much of its original luster and sharp detail from the day it was struck.