Kellogg & Co. $50

"1855" Kellogg & Co. $50. Commemorative Restrike. Struck August 31, 2001. Gem Proof (PCGS).

An impressive souvenir from the treasure of the S.S. Central America. This "restrike" 1855 Kellogg & Co. $50 was produced using new dies created from the old, and coined from gold recovered from the sunken ship. The obverse depicts a head of Liberty facing left by Ferdinand Gruner, with stars around, and the date 1855 below. The reverse shows a standing eagle holding a shield, with inscription surrounding. The tiny imprint features the striking date and C.H.S. above the eagle, as appropriate identification. These were struck under the auspices of the California Historical Society.

Ex S.S. Central America Gold.

Estimate: $ 4500