Despite its huge 4+ million mintage, the 1853 gold dollar is EXTREMELY RARE in this lofty state of preservation. This is a "WOW" SUPERB GEM Type 1 gold dollar. Thick, frosty, satiny smooth glowing golden luster glimmers boldly with a strong mint brilliance. Sharply struck devices stand out against essentially PRISTINE surfaces. A wonderful medium gold coloration adds to the exceptional SUPERB GEM eye appeal. PCGS 9, NGC 10, CAC 5. This is the ex Simpson Collection coin that brought $22,325 in our May 2014 Regency Auction VII. Our consignor purchased this SUPERB GEM privately from our sister firm, Legend Numismatics for $21,500, The CAC CPG value is listed at $24,000. PCGS lists eight coins graded higher which likely includes duplication. This SUPERB GEM is worthy of a monster gold type set or specialist collection of top quality gold dollars. Either way it will see very strong bidding when it crosses the block! Cert. Number 25004042 PCGS # 7521