• 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,” symbolizing the nation's ideals of freedom and democracy. On the reverse, a simple wreath elegantly surrounds the denomination and the date “1853,” representing prosperity and growth.

This particular coin, graded AU58 by ANACS, retains much of its original mint luster, with only slight signs of circulation. Its near uncirculated condition makes it not just a collector’s item but also a tangible piece of history—linking the present to an era of great adventure, opportunity, and change in America. Owning an 1853-P Gold Dollar Liberty Head offers a connection to the Gold Rush, the craftsmanship of the Philadelphia Mint, and the legacy of U.S. coinage at a pivotal moment in the nation’s history.