© PCGS
© PCGS
2½ Dollars - Clark, Gruber and Co.
1861 year| Gold (.829) | 4.55 g | - |
| Issuer | Colorado gold (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1861 |
| Value | 2½ Dollars (2.50) |
| Currency | Dollar |
| Composition | Gold (.829) |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#385098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle facing, U.S. emblem on breast, holding arrows and sprig in claws.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLARK GRUBER & CO DENVER
2 ½ D .
Translation: 2 ½ Dollars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Clark, Gruber and Co. 1861 $2.50 gold coin is that it was minted during the Colorado Gold Rush, which was a significant event in the history of the United States. The coin was made from gold that was mined in Colorado, and it was used as a form of currency during a time when the standard currency was not widely available. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that is highly sought after by collectors today.
