"1855" Kellogg & Co. $50. Commemorative Restrike. Struck September 2, 2001. Gem Proof (PCGS).

A simply beautiful coin, both sides are as struck with vivid medium gold surfaces and pronounced field to device contrast. An impressive souvenir from the treasure recovered from the S.S. Central America, the "restrike" version of the 1855 Kellogg & Co. $50 was struck using new dies made from the old, and coined from gold recovered during the excavation of the wreck. 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. This lot includes the original copper display frame, certificate of Authenticity, brochure and box as issued by the California Historical Society. The supporting items are available to the winning bidder upon request to Stack's Bowers Galleries after the close of the auction .

Ex S.S. Central America Gold.