1854 $3 Princess Gold Coin - Very Fine Detail Ex-Jewelry The White House I hadn't seen one of

I hadn't seen one of these in quite some time and actually found this one in a box while cleaning out (not a recent OTC purchase)

these are becoming harder to find especially with such pristine original packaging

Gold wash bowl

the dial does show cracking and a chip

1861 $5 Virginia Treasury Note Cr

1854 $3 Princess Gold Coin - Very Fine Detail Ex-Jewelry The White House I hadn't seen one ofBy some accounts the primary purpose for the $3 gold coin was to make the purchase of larger quantities of 3 stamps easier. Whatever the reason, this "odd" denomination is always in demand and one of the more interesting coins in U. S. history.