The three-dollar gold piece represents one of the most unusual and short-lived denominations in American numismatic history, minted from 1854 to 1889. This coin was initially created to facilitate the purchase of three-cent postage stamps in sheets and to simplify certain transactions in an era when three dollars represented a practical amount for commerce. Today, Pre-33 $3 Indian Princess Gold Coins are available from random years of issue at JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Come with a protective plastic flip!
• Struck from 1854 to 1889!
• One-of-a-kind US denomination!
• Cleaned specimens!
• Contains .1451 troy oz of actual gold content.
• The face value of $3 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• On the obverse is Lady Liberty with a feathered headdress.
• The reverse features a wreath with the denomination.
• Type I and Type II specimens are possible.
• Please note that various years of issue are included in this listing.

Despite its logical purpose, the $3 Indian Princess Gold Coin never gained widespread popularity with the American public, who found it an awkward fit within the existing monetary system. The coin’s relative scarcity today, particularly in higher grades, makes it a prized collectible among numismatists who appreciate both its distinctive denomination and its elegant design featuring a Native American princess in a feathered headdress.

All Pre-33 $3 Indian Princess Gold Coins offered here come in protective plastic flips. These particular coins are cleaned specimens, indicating you may notice an unnatural shine on the coin or a lack of original luster, as well as hairlines or signs of abrasion. Please note that we do not guarantee the exact condition of each coin or the year of issue. These coins were struck from 1854 to 1889, and all coins are chosen at random in this listing.

On the obverse of Pre-33 Indian Princess Gold Coins, you’ll find a left-profile bust of Lady Liberty. This design was created by James B. Longacre and depicts Liberty wearing a feathered headdress. The design became known as the Indian Princess.

The reverse of the Pre-33 $3 Indian Princess Coin comes with one of two design types. Both versions feature a wreath surrounding inscriptions of the denomination and the date. Type I coins have smaller letters for the word DOLLARS, while the Type II coins have larger letters.

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