1870 Issue
1870
0.1071 oz
.800 pure
0.1071 oz
10,000 minted
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Newfoundland 2 Dollars Gold 1870
1870
A 1870.800 gold 2 dollars weighing 0.1071 oz (3.33g), 17.98 mm diameter. Reverse: The denomination '2 DOLLARS' is displayed within a wreath of pitcher plant, with the date below. This is the only gold coin ever issued for Newfoundland. Mintage: 10,000.
Metal
Gold (.800 pure)
Weight
0.1071 oz (3.33 g)
Mintage
10,000
Diameter
17.98 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Limited
Est. Value
$400-$1200 CAD depending on grade
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$529.59 CAD
$385.16 USD
Spot Gold
$6,181.04/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Colony of Newfoundland. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Identification Tips
17.98 diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 91.7% gold, 8.3% copper.