# 1874 Gold Dollar, PCGS MS-64

An attractive example of this readily available Type III gold dollar, certified by PCGS as MS-64 with certificate number 08616970.

This 1874 Philadelphia gold dollar represents one of the more commonly encountered dates in the Type III Liberty gold dollar series. With a mintage of 198,800 pieces, the 1874 remains readily available to collectors across all grades, including gem uncirculated specimens. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, this diminutive coin weighs 1.7 grams and measures 14.3mm in diameter, featuring the elegant design by James Barton Longacre that defined the later years of the gold dollar series.

The present example has been graded MS-64 by PCGS, placing it comfortably within the upper range of circulated and lower uncirculated territory. Population data indicates 383 examples have achieved higher grades, with 675 total specimens certified by PCGS, demonstrating the accessibility of this date even in choice condition. The MS-64 grade represents a solid intermediate point for collectors seeking quality without premium pricing.

An interesting characteristic of 1874 gold dollars involves die varieties relating to the LIBERTY inscription on the obverse. Examples exist with full LIBERTY, partial LIBERTY, and LIBERTY missing entirely, providing an additional layer of interest for variety collectors. This date remains a popular entry point for those building Type III gold dollar collections.