The 1836 Gobrecht Dollar Collection

The first is composed of Nickel Silver while the 2nd is composed of copper; the 3rd is composed of Golden Alloy and all with a face value of $1.00. Also included in this offering is a Liberty Seated Dollar without the Motto "In God We Trust" (1840-1865). This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of American history. Buy today to receive yours.Features/Benefits:One Gobrecht dollar composed of nickel silver, one Gobrecht dollar composed of copper, one Gobrecht dollar composed of golden alloy, one Liberty Seated Dollar without Motto The Gobrecht dollars were struck at the Philadelphia Mint The obverse of the coin features the figure of Liberty seated on a rock, draped in a loose-fitting gown-suggesting statuary from Hellenistic Greece. She is looking over her right shoulder, her right arm supporting the Union shield. The reverse of the coin features a naturalistic eagle on an olive branch and arrows. How to Get Started in Coin Collecting It is not difficult to get started in the coin collecting hobby and it need not be overly expensive. Here are some preliminary steps to take. Here's How: 1. Before spending a lot of money on coins first gain some knowledge of the subject. 2. Read as much about the numismatic (coin collecting) hobby as possible. 3. Attend a coin show in your area. 4. Check for a coin club meeting in your area and join a club. 5. Buy or check out a coin catalog and books about coin collecting from the library. 6. Subscribe to a coin collecting hobby magazine or newsletter. 7. Check with the U.S. Mint to see what information they have for coin collectors. 8. Read all of the articles on this site. 9. Buy some coin envelopes, coin holders and a magnifying glass. 10. Buy a selection of coins of a country whose coins you wish to collect.