1849 Mormon Gold Piece - Uniface Copper Obverse, K-1a, Bashlow Restrike

Coin Details

Description

The 1849 Mormon Gold Piece uniface copper obverse Bashlow restrike, cataloged as Kagin K-1a, is associated with Robert Bashlow, the mid-twentieth-century numismatic entrepreneur who acquired the original Mormon gold dies and produced collector restrikes. Bashlow is best known for his 1960s production of restrikes from various historical dies, including the famous 1861 Confederate cent dies. The K-1a Kagin designation and Bashlow attribution distinguish this variety from earlier restrikes produced in the nineteenth century. Bashlow’s restrikes were typically produced in larger quantities and more uniform quality than the earlier collector pieces, reflecting his access to modern striking equipment and commercial motivation. Despite this relatively more systematic production, Bashlow restrikes remain genuinely scarce. The copper obverse displays the complete "HOLINESS TO THE LORD" and All-Seeing Eye design, struck with the clarity and consistency characteristic of Bashlow’s careful production methods. These pieces provide an accessible entry point for collectors interested in the Mormon gold series.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. Bashlow restrikes were produced in somewhat larger numbers than earlier restrikes but remain uncommon.

Cross References

NGC #31037, Kagin K-1a, Bashlow Restrike