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© PCGS
20 Dollars - Clark, Gruber and Co.
1861 year| Gold (.829) | 36.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Colorado gold (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1861 |
| Value | 20 Dollars |
| Currency | Dollar |
| Composition | Gold (.829) |
| Weight | 36.4 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#385102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle facing, U.S. emblem on breast, holding arrows and sprig in claws, decoration around. Oval of 13 stars, and upward rays above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLARK GRUBER & CO DENVER
. TWENTY D .
Translation: Twenty Dollars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Clark, Gruber and Co. 1861 $20 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 features a unique design that reflects the state's rich mining history. The coin's obverse features a portrait of George Washington, while the reverse features a scene of a miner panning for gold. The coin's high gold content and detailed design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.