1861 G$1

Description

1861 Philadelphia Gold Dollar, Type III, PCGS MS-63. This 1861-P Gold Dollar represents a desirable example of James Barton Longacre's Type III design, the final iteration of the Liberty Gold Dollar series (1856-1889). The coin exhibits the characteristic features of the type, including Liberty facing left with a coronet inscribed "LIBERTY" and a wreath reverse with the denomination and date. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint without mintmark, this piece carries the PCGS certification number 52628662 with a grade of MS-63, indicating a choice uncirculated example with light surface marks consistent with the grade. The 1861 Philadelphia Gold Dollar benefits from a substantial mintage of 527,150 pieces, making it one of the more obtainable dates in the series. The Type III gold dollar is notable for its relatively generous production numbers compared to earlier types, and even gem examples remain readily available to collectors. Population data reflects this accessibility, with 315 total PCGS submissions and 239 examples graded finer than this specimen, demonstrating strong collector interest in the series. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper with a weight of 1.7 grams and diameter of 14.3mm, this coin possesses the technical specifications standard to the type. The reeded edge provides additional visual appeal typical of gold coinage of the period. An attractive example for the collector seeking a quality representative of this popular and historically significant series at an accessible price point.