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$1 Liberty Head Gold Coin
$1 LIBERTY HEAD COIN DESIGN
These 90% pure gold Liberty Head coins are of distinct design and rarity--a must-have for collectors. The $1 gold coins were only in circulation for five years from 1849-1854. They are an intriguing and dynamic piece of American history. On the obverse, Lady Liberty wears her hair in a bun. A coronet adorns her head with the inscription "Liberty" running across it. Thirteen stars, representing the 13 original colonies, circles Lady Liberty. On the reverse, you'll find a wreath with berries and holly. The wreath also surrounds a roman numeral and features the denomination and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." James B. Longacre designed the $1 gold coins.
OTHER DENOMINATIONS: LIBERTY HEAD COIN DESIGN
Christian Gobrecht was responsible for the design of the $2.50, $5, $10, and $20 Liberty Head gold coins. The obverse features Lady Liberty with a coronet and the word "LIBERTY" on it. Her bun is pulled back by pearls. 13 stars encircle her. The reverse differs from the $1 coin in that there is an eagle instead of a wreath. The eagle holds its wings out as the shield covers his chest. An olive branch and three arrows signify America's peace and war. The inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" surrounds the eagle.
INDIAN PRINCESS GOLD COIN
The "small head" gold Indian Head Princess was the first of the series to feature Lady Liberty with a native feathered headdress. A new wreath featured agricultural elements like wheat, corn, tobacco, and cotton—much like America's early farming days. Both this and the "large head" coin was a design by James Longacre. These coins are a favorite among collectors despite their poor striking, as they carry a significant historical value. In 1856, the "small" head coin was redesigned to help with striking of the gold coin. The designer, Longacre, enlarged Liberty's head, straightened her headdress, and rearranged her hair. This was to allow the coin's metal to flow more evenly into the dies of the coin. Most were successful in improvement. Additionally, the coin's portrait became flatter, and the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" moved closer to the coin's border.
ROOSEVELT'S ORDER
In 1933, Roosevelt signed an executive order for Americans to turn in their gold. Therefore, gold coins before 1933 are rare and highly valuable to collectors and investors alike. Additionally, the Indian Head gold coins are the only circulated US coin with recessed design. These coins are very tough to find in mint condition as they were widely circulated and used by many American citizens. So, you can rest assured these will remain valuable and make an excellent investment.
GOLD RUSH
The California Gold Rush is said to be responsible for the Pre-1933 gold coins. That's because the surplus of gold (to the tune of $600 million) sparked Congress to expand its use of gold in coinage. This was when the federal government of the US authorized the production of gold dollars.
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