1882 $1 Indian Head Gold PR-67 DCAM PCGS

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In 1882, the Philadelphia Mint struck a mere 125 proof examples of the gold dollar, making specimens from this year exceptionally scarce. This tiny coin, containing 0.0484 troy ounces of 90 percent pure gold, represents a fascinating era in American numismatic history when small-denomination gold coins were still being produced in limited quantities for collectors. The obverse of this coin displays the classic Indian Head design, a stylized representation of Liberty wearing an American Indian headdress. The reverse features the denomination of 1 Dollar, surrounded by a delicate wreath. This particular piece has survived in an extraordinary state of preservation, certified as Proof 67 Deep Cameo, which highlights the intense contrast between the frosted design elements and the highly reflective, mirror-like fields.