Description: Here is a rare Alaska 1 DWT Native Gold Piece for sale. Authentic Alaskan gold pieces are prized by collectors and are always in demand. This issue is made with gold from Moose Creek in the Bonnifield Mining District. It is an R6 rarity with just 18 pieces struck.This piece is made of solid gold and has been handcrafted by the artist Dick Hanscom. Dick makes these tokens from scratch using native placer gold. He fashions the planchets and sinks the dies himself. Check out his book "Striking Gold In Alaska" for more information on his impressive output. This gold piece is slightly smaller than a dime and weighs about 1.56 grams. It is made of .83 Fine Yellow Gold. It comes with its original Certificate of Authenticity and holders. This rare piece is in lovely uncirculated condition. It is very attractive and displays bold detail and lustrous color. Dick's pieces are a bit rough hewn, just like the land they originate from! Please view pictures to determine grade and attribution for yourself. The item pictured is the exact one that you will receive unless noted. Expect Free Shipping and secure packaging. Dime is not included. We are not responsible for grading service returns. Sorry, no international shipping. The permission to use our photography is not included with your purchase. Please view our selection of gold, silver, coins, tokens and more. We love rare and unusual numismatic items and try to offer a few each week so check back with us. Many thanks for looking and be well!
Price: 199 USD
Location: Gonzales, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-17T14:14:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Denomination: 1 DWT
Composition: Gold
Year: ND
Strike Type: Privately struck
Fineness: 0.83
Mint Location: Alaska
KM Number: Unknown
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Certification: Uncertified
Modified Item: No
