1874 $3 Gold Indian Princess Head NGC AU 55

1874 $3 Gold Indian Princess Head NGC AU 55

Own a rare and elegant piece of 19th-century American gold coinage with the 1874 $3 Gold Indian Princess Head Coin, graded AU 55 by NGC. Struck from .900 fine gold and containing 0.1451 troy ounces of pure gold, this coin is part of one of the most unusual and short-lived denominations in U.S. history. Issued from 1854 to 1889, the $3 gold piece has long intrigued collectors for its low mintages, distinctive design, and unique purpose.

Designed by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, the coin features a graceful left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a feathered headdress—often referred to as the Indian Princess Head. The reverse displays a wreath of corn, wheat, cotton, and tobacco encircling the denomination and date, symbolizing America's agricultural wealth. In 1874, only 41,800 $3 gold coins were minted, making this issue relatively scarce, especially in higher grades.

Graded About Uncirculated 55, this specimen retains considerable detail and original luster, showing only light circulation wear. Coins in this condition strike the perfect balance between affordability and preservation, offering collectors a strong example of this historic coin.

Specifications:

• Certified as AU 55 by NGC
• Denomination: $3
• Struck in 900 gold of actual weight 0.1451 troy oz
• Produced by the United States Mint
• Arrives in an official NGC holder
• Obverse: Features a bust of Lady Liberty on her left side wearing a native headdress, inscribed above is "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
• Reverse: Shows the denomination and year of mintage encircled by the laurel wreath. 

Rarely seen and increasingly in demand, the 1874 $3 Indian Princess Head Gold Coin offers collectors a remarkable blend of scarcity, history, and artistry. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our customer service representatives.

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