The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is the earliest denomination of American gold coinage struck for circulation, produced by the United States Mint beginning in 1849. Weighing 0.0483 troy ounces with a gold purity of .900, this coin represents a genuine piece of 19th-century American monetary history in a remarkably compact format. The pieces we offer are graded MS64 by PCGS, meaning they present as near-gem Mint State examples with strong luster and only minor imperfections visible under close examination.
Because these coins were struck across multiple mint facilities over the course of the Type 1 series, the year and mint mark on any given piece will vary. Each coin is individually encapsulated and certified by PCGS, so the specific year and issuing facility will be noted directly on the slab you receive.
Congress authorized the one-dollar gold denomination through the Coinage Act of 1849, the same legislation that introduced the double eagle. The timing was directly tied to the California Gold Rush, which created both the political momentum and the raw metal supply needed to introduce smaller gold denominations into everyday
…The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is the earliest denomination of American gold coinage struck for circulation, produced by the United States Mint beginning in 1849. Weighing 0.0483 troy ounces with a gold purity of .900, this coin represents a genuine piece of 19th-century American monetary history in a remarkably compact format. The pieces we offer are graded MS64 by PCGS, meaning they present as near-gem Mint State examples with strong luster and only minor imperfections visible under close examination.
Because these coins were struck across multiple mint facilities over the course of the Type 1 series, the year and mint mark on any given piece will vary. Each coin is individually encapsulated and certified by PCGS, so the specific year and issuing facility will be noted directly on the slab you receive.
Congress authorized the one-dollar gold denomination through the Coinage Act of 1849, the same legislation that introduced the double eagle. The timing was directly tied to the California Gold Rush, which created both the political momentum and the raw metal supply needed to introduce smaller gold denominations into everyday commerce. The Type 1 design was the first iteration of the series, struck from 1849 through 1854 at facilities including Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, and San Francisco.
The Type 1 coin was the smallest gold coin ever struck for U.S. circulation, and its diminutive size quickly proved problematic in commerce. Coins were easily lost, difficult to handle, and prone to wear. This practical shortcoming led the Mint to introduce the larger-diameter Type 2 design in 1854, making the Type 1 the shortest-lived of the three Liberty Head gold dollar subtypes. That brevity of production, combined with the coins' age and the attrition of more than 170 years, contributes to the genuine scarcity that defines the series today.
The obverse of the Type 1 gold dollar features a left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a coronet inscribed with the word LIBERTY. Thirteen stars surround the portrait, representing the original colonies, and the date appears at the bottom of the field. The design is attributed to James Barton Longacre, the United States Mint's chief engraver at the time, and it reflects the classical portraiture style common to mid-19th-century American coinage.
The reverse displays a simple agricultural wreath encircling the denomination "1 DOLLAR," with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA inscribed around the outer border. The composition is clean and minimal, which is appropriate given the coin's small diameter. Despite the modest canvas, the engraving is precise and the lettering well-defined on well-preserved specimens. At the MS64 grade level, the fields typically retain much of their original mint luster, and the devices show only faint contact marks rather than the more pronounced wear seen on circulated examples.
At 0.0483 troy ounces, the $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is among the smallest gold coins ever produced for American commerce. Its compact size originally presented handling challenges in day-to-day transactions, but in a modern collecting context it makes the coin an accessible entry point into 19th-century U.S. gold coinage without requiring the capital outlay associated with larger gold denominations.
For buyers looking to hold genuine antique American gold in certified, near-gem condition, the format is well-suited to that purpose. The small physical footprint also makes it straightforward to store within a collection, and PCGS encapsulation protects the coin from the handling wear that historically contributed to its attrition over time.
Every coin in this listing has been independently certified by PCGS, one of the two most respected third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS authentication involves a multi-step review process covering strike quality, surface preservation, luster, and eye appeal before a numerical grade is assigned. The coin is then sealed in a tamper-evident plastic slab that displays the grade, certification number, and coin description.
We are an authorized dealer for both PCGS and NGC, which means we work directly within established industry channels to source, handle, and offer certified material. Each PCGS slab can be independently verified through the PCGS registry using the certification number printed on the holder, providing an additional layer of confidence beyond the physical encapsulation itself.
MS64 is a near-gem Mint State grade that indicates the coin has never circulated and retains its original mint luster across the fields and devices. At this grade level, PCGS permits only minor blemishes and faint contact marks that fall short of gem status but remain well above average for the series. The overall appearance is sharp, attractive, and consistent with a coin that has been preserved carefully since its time of minting.
Each certified coin ships in its original PCGS slab, which provides both physical protection and permanent documentation of the coin's grade and authenticity. No additional holder or flip is used for graded coins, as the encapsulation itself is the appropriate and industry-standard format for presenting certified numismatic material. The specific year of the coin you receive will be noted on the label of the slab.
Pricing for Type 1 gold dollars reflects both the intrinsic gold content and a numismatic premium that accounts for the coin's age, scarcity, grade, and collector demand. Because these coins carry certified MS64 grades from PCGS, the premium above gold spot is driven more by numismatic market conditions than by the underlying metal value. The metal content, at 0.0483 troy ounces of .900 gold, establishes a baseline floor, but the certified grade and historical significance typically position the market price well above that level.
Our pricing reflects current market conditions and is structured transparently, with the bid and ask spread displayed directly on the product page. Because numismatic premiums can shift with collector demand, auction results, and broader market activity, the spread on this type of coin behaves differently than it would for a standard bullion product. Understanding current premium levels relative to historical norms helps buyers make more informed decisions about timing and relative value.
Certified U.S. gold coinage, particularly PCGS-graded examples, occupies a well-established segment of the numismatic secondary market. The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 in MS64 is recognizable to dealers, auction houses, and advanced collectors across the country, which supports resale accessibility relative to raw or ungraded material. PCGS certification removes much of the friction that can complicate private transactions involving antique coinage.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both buy and sell precious metals and certified coins within the same platform. This means liquidity is something we think about on both sides of the transaction, not just at the point of purchase. For numismatic products like this one, understanding the current bid environment before buying is a meaningful part of evaluating the full cost of ownership.
Few coins combine genuine American monetary history, certified authenticity, and gold content in a package as compact and accessible as the Type 1 gold dollar. These coins were struck during one of the most consequential periods in American economic history, and MS64 examples represent some of the finest surviving specimens from a series that was never struck in large numbers and saw significant attrition through circulation and loss.
For collectors focused on 19th-century U.S. gold, the Type 1 is a required type coin, and the MS64 grade hits a balance point where quality is strong without reaching the scarcity and price premium associated with gem MS65 pieces. The PCGS slab eliminates authenticity uncertainty and makes the coin straightforward to evaluate, trade, and store. It is a well-defined piece with a clear identity in both the numismatic and gold markets.
We have been operating as a trusted precious metals and numismatics dealer since 2010, and our approach has always been built around transparency and long-term customer relationships rather than high-pressure sales. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are positioned to source, authenticate, and offer certified material through proper industry channels. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect the standards we hold ourselves to across every transaction.
Our platform is designed to give buyers the information they need to make confident decisions, including live pricing, bid and ask spreads, and market data displayed directly on product pages. We believe transparency about both the buy and sell sides of a transaction is what separates an honest marketplace from a traditional retail environment. When you purchase a certified coin through us, you are working with a dealer that values your long-term confidence over a single sale.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across our catalog, including certified numismatic products like this one. Rather than relying on static or estimated pricing, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, which is particularly meaningful for a product where numismatic premiums can shift based on collector demand and auction activity. Portfolio valuation for Pro members is based on current wholesale bid prices, giving a more realistic picture of liquidation value than retail-estimated figures.
Pro also provides access to proprietary market intelligence tools including historical premium analysis, spread tracking, and liquidity metrics that allow buyers to evaluate where a product stands relative to its own pricing history. For a coin like the Type 1 gold dollar, where premium levels above gold spot are driven by numismatic dynamics rather than metal content alone, that context is genuinely useful when deciding whether current market conditions represent a favorable entry point.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make transactions as simple and secure as possible. Buyers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, and paper check. Cryptocurrency payments are also accepted through BitPay for customers who prefer that route.
Every payment method on our platform is processed with security as a priority, and our checkout experience is designed to be straightforward without unnecessary friction. Whether you are completing a single purchase or managing ongoing transactions as part of a larger collection strategy, the options are in place to accommodate how you prefer to transact.
Product ID: BST-0005197A61
| Random Year Status | Random Year |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Bullion Coin Type | Liberty Head Dollar |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Brand/Mint | U.S. Mint |
| Mint Mark | Various |
| Purity | 0.9 |
| Weight | 0.0483 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 1 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 12.7 mm |
| Grade | MS64 |
| Grading Service | PCGS |
The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is the earliest denomination of American gold coinage struck for circulation, produced by the United States Mint beginning in 1849. Weighing 0.0483 troy ounces with a gold purity of .900, this coin represents a genuine piece of 19th-century American monetary history in a remarkably compact format. The pieces we offer are graded MS64 by PCGS, meaning they present as near-gem Mint State examples with strong luster and only minor imperfections visible under close examination.
Because these coins were struck across multiple mint facilities over the course of the Type 1 series, the year and mint mark on any given piece will vary. Each coin is individually encapsulated and certified by PCGS, so the specific year and issuing facility will be noted directly on the slab you receive.
Congress authorized the one-dollar gold denomination through the Coinage Act of 1849, the same legislation that introduced the double eagle. The timing was directly tied to the California Gold Rush, which created both the political momentum and the raw metal supply needed to introduce smaller gold denominations into everyday
…The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is the earliest denomination of American gold coinage struck for circulation, produced by the United States Mint beginning in 1849. Weighing 0.0483 troy ounces with a gold purity of .900, this coin represents a genuine piece of 19th-century American monetary history in a remarkably compact format. The pieces we offer are graded MS64 by PCGS, meaning they present as near-gem Mint State examples with strong luster and only minor imperfections visible under close examination.
Because these coins were struck across multiple mint facilities over the course of the Type 1 series, the year and mint mark on any given piece will vary. Each coin is individually encapsulated and certified by PCGS, so the specific year and issuing facility will be noted directly on the slab you receive.
Congress authorized the one-dollar gold denomination through the Coinage Act of 1849, the same legislation that introduced the double eagle. The timing was directly tied to the California Gold Rush, which created both the political momentum and the raw metal supply needed to introduce smaller gold denominations into everyday commerce. The Type 1 design was the first iteration of the series, struck from 1849 through 1854 at facilities including Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, and San Francisco.
The Type 1 coin was the smallest gold coin ever struck for U.S. circulation, and its diminutive size quickly proved problematic in commerce. Coins were easily lost, difficult to handle, and prone to wear. This practical shortcoming led the Mint to introduce the larger-diameter Type 2 design in 1854, making the Type 1 the shortest-lived of the three Liberty Head gold dollar subtypes. That brevity of production, combined with the coins' age and the attrition of more than 170 years, contributes to the genuine scarcity that defines the series today.
The obverse of the Type 1 gold dollar features a left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a coronet inscribed with the word LIBERTY. Thirteen stars surround the portrait, representing the original colonies, and the date appears at the bottom of the field. The design is attributed to James Barton Longacre, the United States Mint's chief engraver at the time, and it reflects the classical portraiture style common to mid-19th-century American coinage.
The reverse displays a simple agricultural wreath encircling the denomination "1 DOLLAR," with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA inscribed around the outer border. The composition is clean and minimal, which is appropriate given the coin's small diameter. Despite the modest canvas, the engraving is precise and the lettering well-defined on well-preserved specimens. At the MS64 grade level, the fields typically retain much of their original mint luster, and the devices show only faint contact marks rather than the more pronounced wear seen on circulated examples.
At 0.0483 troy ounces, the $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 is among the smallest gold coins ever produced for American commerce. Its compact size originally presented handling challenges in day-to-day transactions, but in a modern collecting context it makes the coin an accessible entry point into 19th-century U.S. gold coinage without requiring the capital outlay associated with larger gold denominations.
For buyers looking to hold genuine antique American gold in certified, near-gem condition, the format is well-suited to that purpose. The small physical footprint also makes it straightforward to store within a collection, and PCGS encapsulation protects the coin from the handling wear that historically contributed to its attrition over time.
Every coin in this listing has been independently certified by PCGS, one of the two most respected third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS authentication involves a multi-step review process covering strike quality, surface preservation, luster, and eye appeal before a numerical grade is assigned. The coin is then sealed in a tamper-evident plastic slab that displays the grade, certification number, and coin description.
We are an authorized dealer for both PCGS and NGC, which means we work directly within established industry channels to source, handle, and offer certified material. Each PCGS slab can be independently verified through the PCGS registry using the certification number printed on the holder, providing an additional layer of confidence beyond the physical encapsulation itself.
MS64 is a near-gem Mint State grade that indicates the coin has never circulated and retains its original mint luster across the fields and devices. At this grade level, PCGS permits only minor blemishes and faint contact marks that fall short of gem status but remain well above average for the series. The overall appearance is sharp, attractive, and consistent with a coin that has been preserved carefully since its time of minting.
Each certified coin ships in its original PCGS slab, which provides both physical protection and permanent documentation of the coin's grade and authenticity. No additional holder or flip is used for graded coins, as the encapsulation itself is the appropriate and industry-standard format for presenting certified numismatic material. The specific year of the coin you receive will be noted on the label of the slab.
Pricing for Type 1 gold dollars reflects both the intrinsic gold content and a numismatic premium that accounts for the coin's age, scarcity, grade, and collector demand. Because these coins carry certified MS64 grades from PCGS, the premium above gold spot is driven more by numismatic market conditions than by the underlying metal value. The metal content, at 0.0483 troy ounces of .900 gold, establishes a baseline floor, but the certified grade and historical significance typically position the market price well above that level.
Our pricing reflects current market conditions and is structured transparently, with the bid and ask spread displayed directly on the product page. Because numismatic premiums can shift with collector demand, auction results, and broader market activity, the spread on this type of coin behaves differently than it would for a standard bullion product. Understanding current premium levels relative to historical norms helps buyers make more informed decisions about timing and relative value.
Certified U.S. gold coinage, particularly PCGS-graded examples, occupies a well-established segment of the numismatic secondary market. The $1 Gold Liberty Type 1 in MS64 is recognizable to dealers, auction houses, and advanced collectors across the country, which supports resale accessibility relative to raw or ungraded material. PCGS certification removes much of the friction that can complicate private transactions involving antique coinage.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both buy and sell precious metals and certified coins within the same platform. This means liquidity is something we think about on both sides of the transaction, not just at the point of purchase. For numismatic products like this one, understanding the current bid environment before buying is a meaningful part of evaluating the full cost of ownership.
Few coins combine genuine American monetary history, certified authenticity, and gold content in a package as compact and accessible as the Type 1 gold dollar. These coins were struck during one of the most consequential periods in American economic history, and MS64 examples represent some of the finest surviving specimens from a series that was never struck in large numbers and saw significant attrition through circulation and loss.
For collectors focused on 19th-century U.S. gold, the Type 1 is a required type coin, and the MS64 grade hits a balance point where quality is strong without reaching the scarcity and price premium associated with gem MS65 pieces. The PCGS slab eliminates authenticity uncertainty and makes the coin straightforward to evaluate, trade, and store. It is a well-defined piece with a clear identity in both the numismatic and gold markets.
We have been operating as a trusted precious metals and numismatics dealer since 2010, and our approach has always been built around transparency and long-term customer relationships rather than high-pressure sales. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are positioned to source, authenticate, and offer certified material through proper industry channels. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect the standards we hold ourselves to across every transaction.
Our platform is designed to give buyers the information they need to make confident decisions, including live pricing, bid and ask spreads, and market data displayed directly on product pages. We believe transparency about both the buy and sell sides of a transaction is what separates an honest marketplace from a traditional retail environment. When you purchase a certified coin through us, you are working with a dealer that values your long-term confidence over a single sale.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across our catalog, including certified numismatic products like this one. Rather than relying on static or estimated pricing, Pro members see real-time pricing that reflects actual wholesale market conditions, which is particularly meaningful for a product where numismatic premiums can shift based on collector demand and auction activity. Portfolio valuation for Pro members is based on current wholesale bid prices, giving a more realistic picture of liquidation value than retail-estimated figures.
Pro also provides access to proprietary market intelligence tools including historical premium analysis, spread tracking, and liquidity metrics that allow buyers to evaluate where a product stands relative to its own pricing history. For a coin like the Type 1 gold dollar, where premium levels above gold spot are driven by numismatic dynamics rather than metal content alone, that context is genuinely useful when deciding whether current market conditions represent a favorable entry point.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make transactions as simple and secure as possible. Buyers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, and paper check. Cryptocurrency payments are also accepted through BitPay for customers who prefer that route.
Every payment method on our platform is processed with security as a priority, and our checkout experience is designed to be straightforward without unnecessary friction. Whether you are completing a single purchase or managing ongoing transactions as part of a larger collection strategy, the options are in place to accommodate how you prefer to transact.
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