The discovery of gold in California prompted Congress to demand that U.S. gold coinage be expanded, and in 1849, an Act of Congress created the first gold dollar pieces. With the one dollar series’ birth in the historic Gold Rush era and their striking gold beauty and historical significance today, NGC or PCGS certified $1 gold coins enjoy enormous respect and market support from collectors today. Struck until 1889, value and collector appeal is quite strong, but it is important to select well-struck, premier examples like the coins listed here for sale. Learn More