Vibrant satin to semi-prooflike luster can be seen on both sides of this key date three-dollar gold piece. Sharply struck with vivid medium gold patina, this coin is sure to appeal to discerning gold specialists. With a mere 900 circulation strikes produced, the 1883 is one of the most popular and eagerly sought issues of its type. Although a few hundred examples have survived, most are in AU grades and are either carelessly handled gift pieces or examples retrieved from bank holdings in later years. This issue did not see active commercial use, at least not to any great extent. With solid Choice quality and superior eye appeal, the coin we offer here would serve with distinction in an advanced three-dollar gold set.,PCGS# 8005. NGC ID: 25N6.,PCGS Population: 31; 27 finer (MS-66+ finest).,Ex Kerr.
