$10, 1848 AU-50 (PCGS).    Bright light yellow gold with some reflectivity and good lustre remaining. Very nice for the grade. The date 1848 is a magical one in the history of California of course; this specimen is a fine reference from this historic wreck to the year that witnessed the first cries of GOLD!
$10, 1848 AU-50 (PCGS). Bright light yellow gold with some reflectivity and good lustre remaining. Very nice for the grade. The date 1848 is a magical one in the history of California of course; this specimen is a fine reference from this historic wreck to the year that witnessed the first cries of GOLD!

Details
$10, 1848 AU-50 (PCGS). Bright light yellow gold with some reflectivity and good lustre remaining. Very nice for the grade. The date 1848 is a magical one in the history of California of course; this specimen is a fine reference from this historic wreck to the year that witnessed the first cries of GOLD!
Further details
This is the only example of this issue certified by PCGS as part of the S.S. Central America treasure. Heavy date numerals. Vestiges of die clash lapped away around eagle.