Oregon $5 Territorial Gold Beaver Coins: Move Over, Pelts and Furs
Before the U.S. Mint established a presence in the American West, early settlers and merchants relied on barter systems involving pelts, furs, and raw gold dust for transactions. However, as trade expanded, the need for a standardized currency became essential. The Oregon $5 Territorial Gold Beaver Coins, struck in 1849, were a direct response to … Read more