Layered in 24-karat gold a faithful replica of one of the rarest vintage American gold coins. Comes in its own velveteen pouch with a Certificate of Authenticity detailing the fascinating history of this rare replica. If brought to auction, the original coin would command over $1,000,000 with no more than 3 examples known to exist! The one recovered from the SS Republic has been hailed as the finest of them all.  This hefty 1-ounce replica is an affordable way to hold Civil War-era history in your hand. It honors the legacy - and recovery - of one of the most famous and valuable gold pieces minted by the United States.