¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head)
United States · 1855–1856 · Gold
Specifications
| Years | 1855–1856 |
| Denomination | — |
| Composition | Gold |
| Gross weight | 0.15 g |
| Diameter | 9.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Type | Merchant tokens |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Coronet Head Surrounded By 12 Stars
Reverse
A Wreath Surrounding "1/4 DOLLAR 1856"
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of gold and weighs 0.15 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. Base-metal valuations live in the base metal coin calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the ¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head) made of silver or gold?
No — the ¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head) is gold, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the ¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head) minted?
The ¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head) was issued 1855–1856.
How big is a ¼ Dollar California Territorial Gold (Coronet Head)?
It weighs 0.15 g and measures 9.1 mm across (gold).
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