



$1.00 Liberty Head Gold Coins (Type 1) - About Uncirculated (AU)
Quantity | Price |
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10+ | $664.49 |
5+ | $670.76 |
2+ | $677.03 |

Quantity | Price |
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10+ | $664.49 |
5+ | $670.76 |
2+ | $677.03 |
$1.00 Liberty Head Gold Coins (Type 1) - About Uncirculated (AU)
$1.00 Liberty Head Gold Coin (Type 1) – About Uncirculated (AU) | 1849–1854 U.S. Mint Gold
Own a piece of American history with a $1 Liberty Head Gold Coin (Type 1) in About Uncirculated (AU) condition. Struck between 1849 and 1854, these gold dollars mark the beginning of small-denomination U.S. coinage and were born from the California Gold Rush. Compact, historic, and rich in detail—this coin is both a collectible treasure and a smart gold investment.
Key Features
Date Range: 1849–1854 (Type 1 Liberty Head Design)
Denomination: $1 USD
Metal Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Total Weight: 1.672 grams
Diameter: 13 mm
Condition: About Uncirculated (AU) – Crisp details with minimal wear
Design Details:
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Obverse: Liberty Head by James B. Longacre
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Reverse: Ornamental wreath
Possible Mint Marks: Philadelphia (no mintmark), Dahlonega (D), Charlotte (C), New Orleans (O), or San Francisco (S)
Why Buy from Great American Coin Company®
At www.greatamericancoincompany.com, we proudly offer premium $1 Liberty Head Gold Coins (Type 1) in AU condition. These historic coins are hand-selected for authenticity, aesthetic appeal, and market value.
This coin marks a pivotal chapter in U.S. minting—a tangible link to the California Gold Rush, early mint operations in the South, and the expanding frontier economy. Whether you're:
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Starting or expanding a numismatic collection
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Adding fractional gold to your investment portfolio
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Exploring Civil War- or Gold Rush-era artifacts
—this Type 1 Liberty Head Gold Dollar offers timeless significance and long-term value.
Each coin ships securely and is backed by our reputation for integrity, customer satisfaction, and trusted service since 2006.
Perfect For
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Classic U.S. coin collectors
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Gold bullion investors
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American history buffs
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Meaningful and educational gifts
Secure Your Gold Legacy Today
Buy with confidence from the Great American Coin Company®—your trusted source for rare U.S. coins and precious metals. Add a $1 Liberty Head Gold Coin (Type 1) to your collection and hold a piece of American minting excellence in your hands.
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We ship to the United States and select international countries. Great American Coin will review all international shipments individually, and reserves the right to cancel any transaction at our sole discretion based upon location or for any other reason. Insurance and/or tracking is available for international shipments, however, it is generally cost prohibitive. Insurance and/or tracking may be included in international shipments at buyers expense.
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Payment Instructions
Great American Coin will issue payment instructions to you during the ordering process and via email following completion of your order.
Shipment
We ship to the United States and select international countries. Great American Coin will review all international shipments individually, and reserves the right to cancel any transaction at our sole discretion based upon location or for any other reason. Insurance and/or tracking is available for international shipments, however, it is generally cost prohibitive. Insurance and/or tracking may be included in international shipments at buyers expense.
Great American Coin ships most orders within 0-3 business. Under rare circumstances packages may be held longer. Wire transfers require a 2-4 -day hold time prior to shipment. Customers will be contacted if packages are held longer than 3 business days. Please be advised that if we require a drivers license or other ID prior to shipment the 0-3 business day shipping window will begin upon receipt of requested information.
Shipping and Handling and Hold Time
Delivery dates posted by our website - www.greatamericancoincompany.c... and by the USPS or other carriers are "Estimated Dates" only. Great American Coin does not provide shipping refunds nor do we coordinate with the USPS or other carriers on behalf of the customer when a package does not arrive by the estimated delivery date. Great American Coin and www.greatamericancoincompany.c... are not responsible for packages delivered late by any carrier. International shipping times are not within the control Great American Coin, and Great American Coin makes no guarantees regarding international shipping times.
Payment Options
Our shopping cart system accepts payment using:
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- PayPal By
Choosing to pay with a credit or debit card, you expressly authorize Great American Coin to authorize and capture your credit card payment prior to shipment. Great American Coin expressly reserves the right to refuse or cancel any order, for any reason, at its sole discretion, regardless of payment method and price confirmation. No checks are accepted.
Payment Instructions
Great American Coin will issue payment instructions to you during the ordering process and via email following completion of your order.