1888 $3 Princess Gold Coin - About Uncirculated 4286 Mintage: 45

Mintage: 45

this issue ranks as one of the true key issues of the series

Portrait medallions of the Crown Prince Frederick William (FRID GVIL - BORVSS PRINC REG) and the Victoria (VICTORIA BRIT - PRINC - REGIA)

and all three in exceptional condition

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1888 $3 Princess Gold Coin - About Uncirculated 4286 Mintage: 45By 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. A marginally tougher date with a scant mintage of 5000. It is believed there are only around 2,000 coins extant.