1855 Kellogg & Co. $50. Commemorative Restrike. Struck September 12, 2001. Gem Proof (PCGS).A simply beautiful coin, both sides are as struck with vivid medium gold surfaces and pronounced field to device contrast. One of the most impressive souvenirs from the treasure recovered from the <em>S.S. Central America</em> is the "restrike" version of the 1855 Kellogg & Co. $50, struck using new dies made from the old, and coined from gold recovered during the excavation of the wreck. The obverse depicts a head of Liberty facing left by Ferdinand Gruner, with stars around, and the date 1855 below. The reverse shows a standing eagle holding a shield, with inscription surrounding. The tiny imprint features the striking date and C.H.S. above the eagle, as appropriate identification. These were struck under the auspices of the California Historical Society.<p>This lot includes the original copper display frame as issued by the California Historical Society. <strong><em>The frame is available to the winning bidder upon request to Stacks Bowers Galleries after the close of the auction</em></strong>.Ex: <em>S.S. Central America</em> Gold.