The weight of a one-dollar gold coin can vary depending on the specific type of coin. Here’s a breakdown of the weights for different types of US gold dollar coins:
- Type 1 (Liberty Head): These coins were minted from 1849 to 1854. They have a total weight of 1.672 grams and a diameter of 13 mm. The coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, containing 0.04837 troy ounces of pure gold.
- Type 2 (Small Head Indian Princess): These coins were minted from 1854 to 1856. They weigh 1.672 grams and have a diameter of 15 mm. They are also composed of 90% gold and 10% copper.
- Type 3 (Large Head Indian Princess): These coins were minted from 1856 to 1889. Like the previous types, they weigh 1.672 grams and have a diameter of 15 mm. Their composition is also 90% gold and 10% copper.
It’s important to note that the Sacagawea golden dollar coin, while having a golden color, is not a gold coin. It’s made of a manganese-brass alloy that consists of 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, and 2% nickel. It weighs 8.1 grams, has a diameter of 26.5 mm, and a thickness of 2 mm.
Are $1 gold coins pure gold?
I can help with that. Coin Highlights:
Contains . 048375 troy ounces of . 900 pure gold. Produced by the US Mint with a $1 USD face value.
Is a 1.10 oz gold coin the size of a dime?
The 1/10-ounce Eagle Gold Bullion Coin is approximately the size of a dime. The smallest of the gold eagles, it contains the same 22-karat gold as the larger coins.