Lot 255
1854 Indian Head Califorinia Round Gold Coin
Sold December 12, 2025
- Price realized
- $80
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $150-250
Origin: California, U.S.A
Denomination: No denomination marked
Year: 1854
Mint: No Official U.S. mint but minted in California, U.S.A., privately minted
Grade/Condition: VF
Metal: ~90% gold and ~10% copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 0.6 grams
Additional Description: Struck in 1854 during the height of the California Gold Rush, this Indian Head round gold coin exemplifies the ingenuity and artistry of early private and regional coinage in the American West. The obverse features a stylized Native American profile, a design choice that conveys both the romanticized imagery of the era and the cultural aspirations of California’s burgeoning gold economy. The reverse is unmarked by denomination, a characteristic common to many private issues of the period, reflecting their practical use as bullion or local currency rather than standardized federal coinage. Believed to be of VF (Very Fine) grade, the coin displays moderate circulation wear while preserving the sharpness and charm of its iconic design.
Lot details
- Lot
- 255
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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