Lot 3574
1903 Louisiana Purchase-McKinley Gold Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely rich golden toning. 17,500 struck. A golden bright specimen glowing with original mint bloom. The original Louisiana Purchase authorization called for one coin with Jefferson's portrait on it. But due to the assassination of President William McKinley in the summer of 1901, after the design had been authorized, the Congress decided to add this memorial striking to the martyred President. In time, the Congress would authorize a second memorial issue to McKinley (1916-17). Pop 428; 76 finer; 75 in 67; 1 in 68. (PCGS # 7444) .
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600.
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| Realized $1,783 |
