1853-P Gold Dollar Liberty Head - ANACS AU58

Mintage: 1,118,250 / Estimated ANACS pop. less than 100 Philadelphia Mint Graded AU58 by ANACS, this coin retains much of its original mint luster, making it a captivating piece of history and an excellent addition to any numismatic collection. The 1853-P Gold Dollar Liberty Head is a remarkable artifact from one of the most dynamic periods in American history. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin comes from the height of the California Gold Rush, a time when gold discoveries reshaped the U.S. economy and spurred a new wave of coin production. Introduced in 1849, the Gold Dollar was the smallest denomination of U.S. gold coins, designed to meet the demand for smaller, portable currency during a time of rapid economic expansion. The Liberty Head design, created by the U.S. Mint's Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, is a testament to the era’s artistic and patriotic spirit. The obverse features a finely detailed Lady Liberty, adorned with a coronet inscribed “LIBERTY,” symbol