US Three Dollars

The Three Dollar Gold piece (1854-1889) is one of America's most unusual denominations. Created ostensibly to facilitate the purchase of three-cent stamps in sheets of 100, it never gained widespread acceptance. The distinctive design features an Indian Princess head with a feathered headdress. Low mintages and melting of many examples make these scarce coins highly desirable. The 1870-S is legendary, with only one known specimen.