2018 Smithsonian Institution 1/10-oz Gold 1849 Double Eagle NGC Gem Proof

A Rare Reproduction of an Extremely Rare Coin!

Manifest Destiny ran strong in the mid-19th century, and the California Gold Rush fueled American expansion in a way that nothing else could. So dramatic was its effect that California is today by far the largest state in the union by population. The Gold Rush created a unique problem for the U.S. government, namely that too much gold was arriving at the Philadelphia Mint. In response to the issue, Congress issued the first ever double eagle, which began production as proof in late 1849. Only one such coin survives today, and it is housed in the National Museum of American History. Thanks to the Smithsonian Institution, 200 new proofs modeled off of that one were authorized for this 2018 mintage, presenting a rare opportunity for discerning collectors.

• 99.9% FINE -- Each of the 200 proofs in this mintage was struck from 1/10-oz of 99.9% fine gold.

• FEATURING THE ORIGINAL DESIGN -- This proofs features the original designs of James Longacre. The designs were modified for future double eagles but retain an important place in American numismatic history.

• STUNNING PROOF FINISH -- These classic designs are enhanced by a stunning proof finish just like their original 1849 counterpart.

• CERTIFIED GEM PROOF – Your piece will be inspected, certified and graded Gem Proof by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), one of the world's leading independent grading services. A Gem Proof certification means that your proof is the product of a superb strike that places your proof firmly among the elite of the run!

• AN EXTREMELY LIMITED MINTAGE -- Only one piece from the original mintage survives, and just 200 pieces were authorized in this reproduction, meaning that just a handful of collectors will be able to own this remarkable round.

Rarity is one of the most appealing qualities of a coin or round to serious collectors, and it doesn't get any rarer than a single surviving piece. That one, of course, is not for sale because it is owned by the Smithsonian Institution. If you can't own the original, the next best thing is an extremely limited reproduction, which includes just 200 pieces. For collectors who want something that just about nobody else has, opportunities like this almost never come around. Order yours at GovMint.com now or risk never being able to own this remarkable round.