The three-dollar gold piece is one of the most unusual, short-lived denominations in US coinage, struck only from 1854 to 1889. It was introduced to make buying sheets of three-cent stamps and other small transactions easier at the time. Today, we offer Pre-33 $3 Indian Princess Gold Coins from random dates here at BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Come with a protective plastic flip!
• Struck from 1854 to 1889!
• One-of-a-kind US denomination!
• Cleaned specimens!
• Contains .1451 troy oz of actual gold content.
• The face value of $3 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• On the obverse is Lady Liberty with a feathered headdress.
• The reverse features a wreath with the denomination.
• Type I and Type II specimens are possible.
• Please note that various years of issue are included in this listing.

While practical in theory, the $3 Indian Princess never caught on with everyday users, who found it hard to fit into the coin system already in circulation. Because of its limited run and modest mintage figures, it has become a sought-after piece for collectors who like its distinct denomination and the classic portrait often called the Indian Princess.

Each Pre-33 $3 Indian Princess Gold Coin in this listing ships in a protective plastic flip. These are cleaned specimens, so you may see bright, unnatural shine, reduced original luster, or light hairlines and handling marks. We do not guarantee specific dates or grades. Coins were minted between 1854 and 1889, and selections are made at random from available inventory.

On the obverse of the Pre-33 Indian Princess Gold Coin is a left-facing Liberty designed by James B. Longacre. Liberty wears a feathered headdress, giving the design its well-known nickname. The portrait is framed by inscriptions identifying the nation and the date.

The reverse of the $3 Indian Princess shows a wreath around the denomination and date. Two styles were produced: Type I pieces display smaller letters for the word DOLLARS, while Type II pieces feature larger letters. Both types appear within this listing depending on current stock.

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