1856-S $3 Princess Gold Coin - About Uncirculated+ - Mintage: 34,500 Indian Head Cents 858 - Very Fine

858 - Very Fine

5'' L X 1 3/4'' W

symbolizing the strength of the survivors

2015-W Burnished American Silver Eagle Baltimore Show - NGC MS 69

long rays from head and shoulders

1856-S $3 Princess Gold Coin - About Uncirculated+ - Mintage: 34,500 Indian Head Cents 858 - Very FineBy some accounts the primary purpose for the $3 gold coin was to make the purchase of larger quantities of 3 stamps easier. Whatever the reason, this "odd" denomination is always in demand and one of the more interesting coins in U. S. history. The 1856 S is considered slightly more difficult to obtain getting substantially more difficult in AU and better grades.