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1853 Gold Dollar Type 1
$1 · Pre-1933 Gold · James B. Longacre
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Gold Dollar Coins
The gold dollar (1849-1889) is the smallest US gold coin, struck in three distinct types.
- Years:
- 1853-1853
- Denominations:
- $1
- Designer:
- James B. Longacre
- In catalog:
- 1
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