What is a dollar coin?

The dollar coin is a United States coin with a face value of one United States dollar. Dollar coins have been minted in the United States in gold, silver, and base metal versions. Dollar coins were first minted in the United States in 1794.

When were dollar coins minted?

Dollar coins have been minted in the United States in gold, silver, and base metal versions. Dollar coins were first minted in the United States in 1794. While true gold dollars are no longer minted, the Sacagawea, Presidential, and American Innovation dollars are sometimes referred to as golden dollars because of their color.

What is a 1861-D gold dollar?

STRIKE: The 1861-D gold dollar was struck using a leftover 1860-D obverse. This crude die and the Rebels' lack of minting expertise made for a poorly produced issue. On all known examples the U in UNITED is very faint and the N is quite weak. The rest of the letters are bolder, although the IC in AMERICA is sometimes weak.

How much is an 1861 Liberty half dollar worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1861 Seated Liberty Half Dollar is Worth $89 in Average Condition and can be Worth $650 to $1,353 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof Coins can be Worth $1,859 or more. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins.