$1 Gold Indian Type 3 – NGC MS64

Description

In 1856, a newly durable gold dollar was released by the Mint. Dubbed “the Large Head type,” Longacre’s new design was very similar to that of the Small Head type, but the size of the Indian head on the obverse increased, while at the same time it became more flat....

In 1856, a newly durable gold dollar was released by the Mint. Dubbed “the Large Head type,” Longacre’s new design was very similar to that of the Small Head type, but the size of the Indian head on the obverse increased, while at the same time it became more flat. The headdress changed location as well, and the details of the face were slightly altered. The Type III Gold Dollar was struck from 1856 to 1889. Specifications: Designer: James Barton Longacre Mintage: All Years 5,327,443 Proofs – estimated 8700 Denomintion: $1.00 Diameter: ±14.3 millimeters Metal content: Gold – 90% Copper – 10% Varieties: Reeded (Random Dates)