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1874 Proof
| Weight | 1.672 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5305 |
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The 1874 proof gold dollar was produced in an estimated mintage of 20 coins, among the lowest proof figures in the Type 3 series. The business strike mintage of 198,820 was comparatively robust, creating a sharp contrast between the readily available circulation strike and the extremely rare proof. Collectors seeking a proof 1874 gold dollar face one of the most difficult acquisitions in the proof gold dollar series.
Surviving proofs are very rare. Each certified example represents one of approximately twenty coins struck with proof finish at the Philadelphia Mint that year. The combination of extreme proof rarity and accessible business strike availability makes 1874 one of the most interesting years in the series for collectors who appreciate the contrast between the two formats.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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