1862 Mint Set with Gold

As the war progressed, mintages and issues declined precipitously. The three Southern mints in Charlotte, Dahlonega and New Orleans were lost to the United States, so only two mints remained in operation – Philadelphia and San Francisco. The toughest coins in the Silver set will be the "S" mint Dime and Quarter in high grade, and of course the Seated Dollar is costly in top condition. The gold follows a familiar pattern, with all coins but the Gold Dollar tough in high grade. The Half Eagles and Eagles in particular are virtually unknown in Mint State, with only a few pieces known. A small handful of $20s salvaged from the Brother Jonathan and Republic shipwrecks are known.