$3 Gold Princess AU-55 NGC/PCGS
Numismatic
$3 Gold Princess AU-55 NGC/PCGS
The three-dollar gold piece stands as one of the most unusual denominations ever produced by the United States Mint. Struck with a gold purity of 0.900, each of these intriguing coins contains 0.1451 troy ounces of precious metal. Over the years, many of these issues were melted down, which significantly decreased the quantity that survives for study and appreciation today. The obverse of this coin features a detailed depiction of an Indian Princess wearing a stylized headdress. On the reverse, a decorative wreath surrounds the central area where the denomination of 3 Dollars and the specific year of issue are displayed. Depending on the year of release, these pieces were struck at various United States Mint locations, including Philadelphia, New Orleans, Dahlonega, and San Francisco. This particular specimen has been certified in Almost Uncirculated 55 (AU-55) condition. This grade indicates a coin that has retained much of its original detail and luster, showing only minimal traces of wear from its brief time in circulation before being preserved.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Grade | Almost Unc - 55 (PCGS &/or NGC) |
| 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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