1874 $1 Gold Type 3 NGC MS67 CAC
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Introduction
The 1874 $1 Gold Type 3 represents the final evolution of the Indian Princess Gold Dollar design. Graded NGC MS67 with CAC approval, this elite example exhibits exceptional mint luster, sharply defined detail, and outstanding surface preservation. As one of the smallest denominations ever struck in United States gold coinage, the Type 3 Gold Dollar combines diminutive size with significant historical and numismatic importance.
History
The Gold Dollar was introduced in 1849 following the California Gold Rush, when increased bullion reserves allowed the United States Mint to expand gold coin production. Early designs were challenging to strike due to their small diameter, prompting refinements that culminated in the Type 3 redesign of 1856. The modified portrait increased relief and improved striking quality. By 1874, gold dollars were widely used in commerce, though many examples were later melted or heavily circulated, making superbly preserved survivors increasingly scarce.
Design
The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty depicted as an Indian Princess, wearing a crown. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds the central portrait. The enlarged Type 3 portrait improved detail and overall balance compared to earlier versions.
The reverse displays the denomination 1 DOLLAR centered within a large agricultural wreath tied with a bow at the base. The wreath incorporates cotton, wheat, corn, and tobacco, symbolizing the agricultural strength of the nation. The compact yet intricate design demonstrates the Mint’s effort to maximize visual impact within the coin’s small format.
| Mint | Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| Metal | Gold |
| Year | 1874 |
| Fineness | .900 |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Weight | 0.0484 |
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