USA 3 dollars Indian Princess Large Head 1879
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 3 dollars |
| Krause number | KM# 84 |
| Mintage | 30 |
| Metal | Gold 0.900 |
| diameter | 20.5 mm |
| weight | 5.015 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Creators:
James Barton Longacre
LIBERTY
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse:
Wreath
Creators:
James Barton Longacre
3 DOLLARS
Introduction of Coins
Although the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia pumped out some 82,000 $3 gold pieces in 1878, the mintage plummeted to only 3,000 in 1879. Additionally, 30 proofs were struck in 1879 as well.Read More
