¼ Dollar (California Territorial Gold "Indian Head")
United States · 1852–1882 · Gold
Specifications
| Years | 1852–1882 |
| Denomination | ¼ Dollar |
| Composition | Gold |
| Gross weight | 0.15 g |
| Diameter | 9.4 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Type | Emergency coinage |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Liberty Indian head to left above date.
Reverse
Indian chief's head surrounded by stars
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 "Indian Head") made of silver or gold?
No — the ¼ Dollar (California Territorial Gold "Indian 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 "Indian Head") minted?
The ¼ Dollar (California Territorial Gold "Indian Head") was issued 1852–1882.
How big is a ¼ Dollar (California Territorial Gold "Indian Head")?
It weighs 0.15 g and measures 9.4 mm across (gold).
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