• Gold$4,075.70/ozup3.43%
  • Silver$52.37/ozup5.25%
  • Platinum$1,499.60/ozup4.87%
  • Palladium$999.50/ozup7.06%
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1888 G$1

Lot 34

1888 G$1

PCGS 65

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Grade
PCGS 65
Certificate
07386943
Denomination
G$1
Year
1888
Series
Gold Dollars
Metal
GOLD
Country

Description

# 1888 Liberty Gold Dollar PCGS MS65 - A Gem Specimen of a Scarce Late-Date Gold Type. This exceptional 1888 Liberty Gold Dollar represents a pristine example from the final years of this beloved numismatic series. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a modest mintage of just 15,501 pieces, this *MS65* specimen offers collectors a remarkable opportunity to acquire a gem-quality representative of James Barton Longacre's classic design. Graded and certified by PCGS with certificate #07386943, this gold dollar exhibits exceptional preservation and eye appeal characteristic of the finest known examples. With only 208 coins graded at this level or higher, the piece represents a significant condition rarity within the Liberty Gold Dollar series. The coin displays the quintessential design elements of the late 19th-century gold coinage, featuring crisp, sharp details and a lustrous golden surface that speaks to its remarkable state of preservation. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, this delicate 1.7g coin measures 14.3mm in diameter with a precision-struck reeded edge. Its technical specifications and outstanding preservation make it an important addition to any specialized gold type collection or high-grade type set. The numismatic market has consistently recognized this date as scarce, with current price guide values reflecting its desirability and condition rarity. Key Attributes: - *PCGS MS65*. - Philadelphia Mint. - Low Mintage: 15,501. - Gem Uncirculated Condition. - Rare High-Grade Preservation. Estimate: $1,500-$1,950