1874 Gold Dollar, PCGS MS-63

This 1874 Philadelphia Gold Dollar represents a readily available example from the final decade of the Type III Liberty Gold Dollar series (1856-1889). Struck from a mintage of 198,800 pieces, this diminutive gold coin displays the classic design by James Barton Longacre featuring Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle wreath on the reverse. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin weighs 1.7 grams and measures 14.3mm in diameter with a reeded edge.

Graded PCGS MS-63 (Certificate #53777710), this example exhibits the moderate lustre and light surface marks typical of the assigned grade. The 1874 Philadelphia issue is among the most obtainable dates in the Type III series, surpassed only by the 1862 in availability. This particular date exhibits notable die varieties, with examples known featuring full LIBERTY, partial LIBERTY, and missing LIBERTY inscriptions on the obverse—characteristics that appeal to variety specialists and type collectors alike.

The MS-63 grade places this coin in the upper-circulated to lower-uncirculated range, making it an attractive option for collectors seeking quality representation of this popular series without the premium associated with higher grades. With strong collector demand for gold dollars and their historical significance as America's smallest circulating gold coin, this lot offers excellent value for both new and seasoned numismatists.