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The year was 1849 and along with the gold rush came brand new currency to America in the Gold Dollar and the Double Eagle, which both shared the same Liberty obverse. Since there was so much gold to be had and these Gold Dollars were so small, as compared to many previous gold issues, their mintages were relatively high. All five mints at the time produced the Liberty Gold Dollar from 1849 to 1854. Most Liberty Gold Dollars were struck in Philadelphia making a type or date set easy to complete but the same cannot be said for a full date and mintmark collection. C and D minted issues got their gold locally with no assistance from the California gold rush or the ?mother-mint? in Philly. That has caused any early Gold Dollars from Charlotte or Dahlonega to become elusive rarities in today's market. Collectors normally look for high grade pieces but they are certainly interested in any fully original rarity from the branch mints. This design was short lived because of its small size which drew much negativity from 1850?s America.
Obverse Description
Liberty facing left surrounded by 13 stars around the circumference.
Reverse Description
"1 DOLLAR" is centered with date below, surrounded by a wreath tied in a bow at the bottom. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. Mint mark, if any, appears at the bottom below the bow.
Book Reference
Designer: James B. Longacre. Weight: 1.672 grams. Composition: .900 gold, .100 copper (net weight .04837 oz. pure gold). Diameter: 13 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mints: Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, San Francisco.
Key to Collecting: A representative example can be obtained with ease in just about any grade desired from VF upward. Coins of the first year, 1849 “Small Head,” not often collected as a separate type, are frequently seen in Mint State, probably because they were saved as souvenirs or curiosities but are not inexpensive. These combine the first year of issue together with the distinctive Small Head portrait, flat or plain fields, and open wreath. Generally, Mint State examples are quite choice with superb eye appeal and are well struck. Mint State examples of the Large Head gold dollars from 1849 through 1854 are most available for the higher-mintage dates of the early 1850’s. Later in the series, the high-mintage issues of 1851, 1852, and 1853 offer possibilities. It is always interesting to add flavor to a type set, and you may wish to consider a Charlotte, Dahlonega, or New Orleans gold dollar.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: The quality varies from issue to issue. Points to check include the high parts of Liberty’s hair, the wreath details, the date numerals, and the denticles. Also the fields of the coin should be checked to be sure they are not grainy or wavy. Some connoisseurship is needed.
Proof Coins: Although a few Proofs were coined in the early years, they are for all practical purposes unobtainable. Only about a dozen are known.16
Catalog Information
GSID:
72365
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
1, DOLLAR, [Date]
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
1.672 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0538 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0484 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
13
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Type 1
Variety 2:
1849-1854
Coin Date:
Liberty Gold Dollar
Denomination:
G$1
Designation:
MS
Coinage Type:
Gold Dollar
Coinage Years:
1849-1854
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
PCGS #:
7500
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Liberty Gold Dollar G$1 Type 1, 1849-1854 MS [Type]
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS69 |
|
$317,000 | $1,234 |
| MS69 | - | $276,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1849 G$1 Open Wreath, No L MS
Worth: $248 – $64,800
1849 G$1 Open Wreath, With L MS
Worth: $248 – $70,000
1849 G$1 Closed Wreath MS
Worth: $248 – $16,500
1849-C G$1 Closed Wreath MS
Worth: $1,500 – $47,500
1849-C G$1 Open Wreath MS
Worth: $155,000 – $1,500,000
1849-D G$1 MS
Worth: $1,850 – $96,000
1849-O G$1 MS
Worth: $248 – $35,000
1850 G$1 MS
Worth: $248 – $66,000
1850-C G$1 MS
Worth: $1,050 – $32,000
1850-D G$1 MS
Worth: $1,150 – $57,600
1850-O G$1 MS
Worth: $530 – $16,800
1851 G$1 MS
Worth: $225 – $46,000
1851-C G$1 MS
Worth: $1,250 – $33,000
1851-D G$1 MS
Worth: $1,000 – $90,000
1851-O G$1 MS
Worth: $248 – $24,000
1851 G$1 MS64 PCGS. CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 3,317,671. ...
$885
1849 G$1 Closed Wreath MS62 NGC. CDN: $690 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. ...
$793
1853-O G$1 MS63 NGC. CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 290,000. ...
$1,464
1852-O G$1 MS61 NGC. NGC Census: 69 in 61, 90 finer (12/25). CDN: $1,350 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS61. Mintage 140,000....
$1,464
1849 G$1 Open Wreath AU55 PCGS. CDN: $379.88 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 687,500. ...
$671
1850-O G$1 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 11 in 53, 100 finer (11/25). CDN: $1,450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 14,00...
$1,830
1854 G$1 Type One MS65+ NGC. NGC Census: 75 in 65 (1 in 65+), 26 finer (11/25). CDN: $1,500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. M...
$2,084
1854 G$1 Type One MS66 PCGS. ...
$3,782
1850-D G$1 AU50 PCGS. Winter 2-C. ...
$3,660
1850-D G$1 AU58 NGC. Winter 2-C. ...
$7,320
1849-D G$1 XF45 NGC. Winter 1-A. ...
$3,416
1853 G$1 MS60 PCGS. CDN: $345.35 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS60. Mintage 4,076,051. ...
$432
1853-C G$1 VF35 NGC. CAC. Winter-1....
$3,600
1851-O G$1 VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population: (2/614 and 0/12+). Mintage 290,000. ...
$360
1849-O G$1 Open Wreath VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population: (9/549). Mintage 215,000. ...
$348
1850-C G$1 -- Damaged, Cleaned -- ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. Mintage 6,966....
$1,560
1849-O G$1 Open Wreath -- Cleaned -- ANACS Genuine. Mintage 215,000....
$466
1849 G$1 Open Wreath With L -- Ex-Jewelry -- ANACS Details. Fine 12. Mintage 687,500....
$216
1853 G$1 MS69 PCGS. CAC....
$264,000
1853 G$1 MS67 PCGS....
$9,000
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