1865 Newfoundland $2 Gold PCGS AU-55

This 1865 Newfoundland $2 gold coin represents a historically significant colonial issue from British North America. Newfoundland operated as a separate British colony until joining Canada in 1949, and its distinctive gold coinage series remains highly sought after by collectors of both Canadian and British colonial numismatics.

The obverse features the youthful laureate bust of Queen Victoria facing left, surrounded by the legend "VICTORIA D.G. REG. NEWFOUNDLAND." The reverse displays the denomination "2 DOLLARS" prominently in the center, with "1865" below and "TWO HUNDRED CENTS" around the border, all enclosed within a beaded circle and decorative border.

This example has been certified AU-55 by PCGS, indicating well-preserved surfaces with light wear on the high points and attractive golden luster remaining in the protected areas. Newfoundland gold coins are particularly desirable due to their limited mintages and historical importance as pre-Confederation colonial issues. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.