1857 G$1 MS67+ Certification #05175618, PCGS #7544

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Owner's Comments

CAC Approved. A superb 1857 Gold Dollar with exceptionally well-preserved surfaces and deep, vibrant luster. Rich yellow-gold coloration dominates, complemented by subtle hints of white-gold and deeper golden accents that add depth and character. The strike is sharp and well-defined, with only the faintest softness at the center of the reverse, while the remarkably clean surfaces and strong frosted-satin luster give the coin outstanding originality and eye appeal.

Expert Comments

David Akers (1975/88)

As a date, the 1857 is one of the more common gold dollars. However, really choice uncirculated specimens are surprisingly difficult to obtain. As one can see from the data, in the 192 auction catalogues tallied only 25 uncirculated pieces were offered. Contrast this for example to the 1877 where 42 uncirculated pieces were offered, or the 1880 where 83 uncs. were offered in the 192 sales. Yet, inexplecably, the 1857 invariably sells at a common date price.

PCGS #

7544

Designer

James Barton Longacre

Edge

Reeded

Diameter

14.30 millimeters

Weight

1.70 grams

Mintage

774789

Metal

90% Gold, 10% Copper

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Pop Lower

1291

Region

The United States of America

Price Guide

PCGS Population

Auctions - PCGS Graded

Auctions - NGC Graded

Rarity and Survival Estimates Learn More

Grades	Survival Estimate The Survival Estimate represents an average of one or more experts opinions as to how many examples survive of a particular coin in three categories: 1) all grades, 2) 60 or better, and 3) 65 or better. These estimates are based on a variety of sources, including population reports, auction appearances, and personal knowledge. Survival estimates include coins that are raw, certified by PCGS, and certified by other grading services.	Numismatic Rarity Numismatic Rarity converts the Survival Estimate for a particular coin into a number from 1 to 10 (with decimal increments) based on the PCGS Rarity Scale. The higher the number, the more rare the coin.	Relative Rarity by Type Relative Rarity By Type ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Type. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.	Relative Rarity by Series Relative Rarity By Series ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Series. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.
65 or Better	1400	R-4.8	39 / 49 TIE	62 / 81 TIE
All Grades	600	R-5.8	35 / 49	60 / 81
60 or Better	45	R-8.6	24 / 49 TIE	36 / 81 TIE

Survival Estimate The Survival Estimate represents an average of one or more experts opinions as to how many examples survive of a particular coin in three categories: 1) all grades, 2) 60 or better, and 3) 65 or better. These estimates are based on a variety of sources, including population reports, auction appearances, and personal knowledge. Survival estimates include coins that are raw, certified by PCGS, and certified by other grading services.
65 or Better	1400
All Grades	600
60 or Better	45

Numismatic Rarity Numismatic Rarity converts the Survival Estimate for a particular coin into a number from 1 to 10 (with decimal increments) based on the PCGS Rarity Scale. The higher the number, the more rare the coin.
65 or Better	R-4.8
All Grades	R-5.8
60 or Better	R-8.6

Relative Rarity by Type Relative Rarity By Type ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Type. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.
65 or Better	39 / 49 TIE
All Grades	35 / 49
60 or Better	24 / 49 TIE

Relative Rarity by Series Relative Rarity By Series ranks the rarity of this coin with all other coins of this Series. Lower numbers indicate rarer coins.
65 or Better	62 / 81 TIE
All Grades	60 / 81
60 or Better	36 / 81 TIE

Condition Census Learn More

Pos	Grade	Pedigree and History
1	MS68 PCGS grade	Dr. & Mrs. Steven Duckor Collection
2	MS67+ PCGS grade
3	MS67 PCGS grade	Dr. & Mrs. Steven Duckor Collection - anonymous collector
3	MS67 PCGS grade
3	MS67 PCGS grade

#1 MS68 PCGS grade

Dr. & Mrs. Steven Duckor Collection

#2 MS67+ PCGS grade

#3 MS67 PCGS grade

Dr. & Mrs. Steven Duckor Collection - anonymous collector

#3 MS67 PCGS grade