Description: Here is a beautiful 1849 dated California Gold Stick Pin for sale. This pin comes with an antique presentation box. Token is made of yellow gold and has been crafted into a stick pin. Please read on for more information.The token is catalogued by mehartgold.com as a CIRD-2, or California Indian Round Dollar. It features a 23mm Indian Head Left with 14 stars. The site notes that the "Wreath includes a pair of 'pipe cleaners' near 8 o'clock." This gold piece is a backdated issue and was struck by M.E. Hart in the early 20th century. The site lists the piece as being an R6 rarity, with 13 to 30 examples believed to exist.Mike Locke's site calgoldcoin.com lists the type as an 1849 Round California Gold One. It has an Indian #1 obverse with 14 stars, and a Bear #3 reverse. The site does not mention the "pipe cleaners" die variety. The token is smaller than a dime and the entire pin weighs 1.38 grams. Token is struck in 10 Karat native gold. Pin section is also made of 10K yellow gold. There is just a bit of gold in this rare treasure! The token is in lovely circulated condition. It is very attractive and displays bold detail and lustrous color. This pin is a beautiful and usable piece of jewelry.The antique, humpback presentation box looks to be made of embossed leather. It is lined in velvet and silk. Case was issued by JUDGE & CO. of Leicester, England. Box is in lovely condition. It sports crisp colors and a pushbutton closure. Minor general wear is noted. Box is a rare find in and of itself. It adds an authentic and pleasing touch to the set. Please view pictures to determine grade and attribution for yourself. The items pictured are the exact ones that you will receive unless noted. Expect Free Shipping and secure packaging. Dime, ruler and scale are not included. We are not responsible for grading service returns. Sorry, no international shipping. The permission to use our photography is not included with your purchase and is not given. Please view our selection of gold, silver, coins, tokens and more. We love rare and unusual numismatic items and try to offer a few each week so check back with us. Many thanks for looking and be well!
Price: 325 USD
Location: Gonzales, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-07T00:22:33.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Pin
Metal Purity: 10k
Main Stone Shape: Round
Color: Gold
Metal: Yellow Gold
Country of Origin: United States
