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This item is a modern commemorative replica produced by American Mint for the America’s Gold Heritage series, representing the US 1848 ‘CAL.’ 2 1/2 dollar gold quarter eagle. The piece is struck in base metal and layered in 24ct gold. The obverse features a Liberty head design and the reverse depicts an eagle with the ‘CAL.’ punch mark. It is housed in a protective acrylic slab with an informative brown presentation card that provides historical context regarding the 1848 California gold rush. The front of the holder identifies this as part of a limited edition of 20,000.
Diameter: 33 mm.
Condition report:
The replica is in uncirculated, proof-like condition and is securely held within its original acrylic presentation case. The accompanying card and labels are well-preserved.
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