2024-(W) G$1 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair, Gold PR DCAM

The U.S. Mint is recognized the 230th anniversary of the 1794 Flowing Hair dollar with a gold coin and silver medal. The Flowing Hair dollar was the first dollar coin issued by the United States. The 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair Gold Coin is a replica of the original dollar, re-sculpted by Mint medallic artists.

Obverse Description

The obverse is a faithful rendition of the first dollar struck by the United States Federal Government. The obverse presents the original 1794 dollar with an updated “2024” date and retains the “LIBERTY” inscription. The portrait of Liberty faces right and is surrounded by 15 stars, representing the fifteen states that had ratified the Constitution by 1794.

Reverse Description

The reverse depicts a laurel wreath surrounding an eagle with spread wings in the center, an early predecessor of the American heraldic eagle.

Source: US Mint