1859 Three-Dollar Gold Piece. MS-61 (NGC).Satiny yellow gold surfaces also reveal suggestions of a modest semi-prooflike finish in the fields as the coin rotates under a light. Boldly, if not sharply struck throughout, both sides are uncommonly free of sizeable abrasions for a BU example of this challenging 19th century gold type. Scarce in all Mint State grades, with the vast majority of this date and mint showing varying degrees of circulation. A pleasing combination of grade and eye appeal offer the date or type collector a wholesome package in this coin.From the Maurice Snow Collection. Acquired from Manfra, Tordella & Brookes, December 18, 1978.
