Historical Figures

What is the value of a James Garfield dollar gold piece?

The 1881 James A. Garfield $1 gold piece was never actually minted for circulation, and is therefore more properly referred to as a pattern coin. Pattern coins are trial coins that are struck to test new designs or compositions, and are not intended for general use. Today, the 1881 James A. Garfield $1 gold piece is considered a rare and valuable coin, with an estimated value of between $10,000 and $20,000.