1878 $3 Princess Gold Coin - Extremely Fine Details Pencil between circle and beaded border

between circle and beaded border

There is notable strike weakness at the date and the top of the shield on the reverse

Large three masted sailing ship at center vignette

Weight: 129

Minor Dings and Dents

1878 $3 Princess Gold Coin - Extremely Fine Details Pencil between circle and beaded borderBy some accounts the primary purpose for the $3 gold coin was to make the purchase of larger quantities of 3 stamps easier. Whatever the reason, this "odd" denomination is always in demand and one of the more interesting coins in U. S. history. Though this is the most encountered date in Uncirculated condition it remains in high demand as people expand their collections. Despite having been removed from a bezel this coin remains a good looking piece