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1 Dollar "Liberty Head" Type
| Gold (.900) (.100 copper) | 1.672 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1849-1854 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (.100 copper) |
| Weight | 1.672 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#6157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Face value and date a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1 DOLLAR
1852
Engraver: James Barton Longacre
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 25⁴∕₅ grains.This type is of a very small size; it was easily lost. Hence, its diameter was increased to 15 mm for the two following types.
