1857 Gold Dollar ($1)

The 1857 Gold Dollar represents the final and most successful design of this diminutive gold series. The 1857 saw a substantial mintage of 774,789 pieces, making it more available than some dates in the series, yet high-grade examples remain surprisingly elusive.

This PCGS MS64+ example is a true condition rarity that stands above typical survivors. The coin exhibits exceptional luster with rich, satiny golden surfaces that radiate when rotated under light. The strike is bold and complete, with sharp definition on all design elements. The fields show minimal contact marks for the grade, with clean, reflective surfaces that complement the frosty devices. The eye appeal is outstanding, with a natural, undisturbed appearance that exemplifies original mint state preservation of this 19th-century gold issue.