1878 $3 Gold Princess MS-65 PCGS
1878 $3 Gold Princess MS-65 PCGS
In 1878, the Philadelphia Mint produced a run of 82,304 gold coins with the unusual denomination of three dollars. Lacking any mint mark, these pieces represent a fascinating era of American coinage. This specific specimen survives in an extraordinary state of preservation, having achieved a high-grade certification of Mint State 65 (MS-65). Struck from 0.900 fine gold, this coin contains 0.1451 troy ounces of precious metal. The design features a stylized representation of an indigenous princess on the obverse, while the reverse displays the denomination and date. The crispness of the details on this coin offers a window into the artistic standards of late nineteenth-century minting, making it a captivating subject for study.
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Specifications
| Year | 1878 |
|---|---|
| Grade | 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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