Description
“In 1850, the discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill lured people from around the world to the ‘Golden State’ of California. The luster and allure of our unique state has only brightened with the passage of time as symbolized by this beautiful medallion. It will be a treasured keepsake of this milestone in California history.”
Bill Jones
Secretary of State of California
This coin features Sutters Mill with a gold prospector kneeling in discovery of gold on the obvers side and the official California State Seal, sculpted in three-dimensional bas-relief on the reverse side.
Minted in proof-like MerlinGold,a proprietary brass alloy that simulates the look and feel of gold.
Each coin measures 1 1/2 inch (39mm) in diameter.
This is a surplus NWTM item. It is packaged with an NWTMint Header card, capsule and certificate of authenticity.
