$200.00 USD
– SOLDThe 1856 Indian Princess gold dollar is part of the Type 3 series, which features the Large Head design by James B. Longacre. This design was introduced in 1856 and continued until. The 'Slanted 5' variety refers to the slanted appearance of the numeral '5' in the date, which distinguishes it from the 'Upright 5' variety
This was influenced by the California Gold Rush, which significantly increased the availability of gold in the United States. This influx of gold led to the minting of various gold coin denominations, including the gold dollar
The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a Native American headdress, surrounded by the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
The reverse displays the denomination "1 DOLLAR" and the year "1856" within a wreath
