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California fractional gold coins collectors universe. None of the nondenominated versions circulated, and the evidence only supports that the denominated pieces circulated in 18523. California fractional gold 18521876 coins for sale on collectors corner, the collectibles marketplace, where you can buy safely from the worlds top coins dealers. None of the nondenominated versions circulated, and the evidence only supports that. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. California pioneer fractional gold soft cover book by breen gillio extremely rare out of print mint condition this is a must have reference book for investorscollectors on real california pioneer fractional gold coins. California gold coins california fractional gold coin. Throughout the early years of the california gold rush there was a constant need for coinage to satisfy the. Rare softcover breen gillio california pioneer fractional gold. The reverse of an authentic california fractional gold coin has a.
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