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1861-D $1 Gold MS Values
Details
Popular because this coin was struck under authority of the Confederate States of America (CSA) after the Dahlonega Mint was taken over by Confederate troops early in the Civil War.
This coin is made of 90% gold; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $221.73
Obverse: Indian head portrait with crown centered in the design surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery.
Reverse: "1 DOLLAR" is centered with date below, surrounded by a large wreath tied in a bow at the bottom. Mint mark appears at the bottom below the blow.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Dahlonega
Mintage:
1,250
Coinage Type:
Gold Dollar
Coinage Years:
1856-1889
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
Mint Mark:
D
Prefix:
Condederate Issue
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
1.672 gr
Weight:
0.0538 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.04837 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
15 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
1, DOLLAR, 1861
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
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