Pre-1933 Gold · $3

1854 Three-Dollar Gold Piece (1854, First Year)

$3 · Pre-1933 Gold · James B. Longacre

Designer: James B. Longacre

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Coin facts

Denomination: $3
Metal: gold
Series: Three Dollar
Year: 1854
Era: Pre-1933 Gold

Where to buy

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