California Gold Rush Jumbo Commemorative Coin

On January 24, 1848, it happened - builder James Marshall struck gold. Rather, he discovered some gold nuggets near Sacramento, California. He was constructing John Sutter's mill when he made the discovery, and news quickly spread. Thus began the California Gold Rush, as over 300,000 people all over the world migrated to California. It was among the biggest migrations in human history, spurredby the dream of immediate riches.

Within the first half-decade of the Gold Rush, these individuals uncovered millions of ounces of the mineral. But the discovery of valuable gold wasn't theonly thing happening during this time. The area experienced unprecedented growth, causing the population of the West to explode, and California was the 31st area admitted to the Union as a state.

The California Gold Rush stands in America's history as an event that revitalized the economy, though it came at the cost of hardships and heartbreak for many. We commemorate this part of the nation's history with the California Gold Rush Jumbo Commemorative Coin.

About the 170th Anniversary California Gold Rush Coin
This 170th anniversary California Gold Rush coin will be a unique and eye-catching addition to your collection. At 4 inches in diameter, it's a gigantic piece with impressive detail that's sure to stand out among your other coins.

The silver-plated coin with 24k gold details depicts a prospector's tools on one side. Prospectors used a pan, portrayed on the obverse, to sift through deposits in search of gold. The portrayal of the pan on this colossal California Gold Rush commemorative coin features a 24k gold accent, as if the prospector has struck gold.

Surrounding the pan are tableaus of life as a prospector, and at the topof this side are the words "American Gold Rush." The border, detailed in brilliant 24k gold, includes information about gold rushes throughout the 19th century. The reverse features a similar detailwith a description of the California Gold Rush. This side also features an engraving of a detailed prospector panning for gold, again with brilliant 24k detail.

Purchase Your California Gold Rush Jumbo Commemorative Coin Today
If you want to add a California Gold Rush commemorative coin to your collection or gift it to someone you know, this American Mint exclusive is for you. The colossal California Gold Rush commemorative coin is minted to the highest quality proof standard. Along with silver plating and gold accents, this piece features a diamond-dust effect finish. The result is a brilliant sparkle that glints and shines in the light. Purchase your 170th anniversary California Gold Rush coin today, and add our other American History coins to your collection.