Gold Coin

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One side of the coin has an eagle on it. coin_close.jpg (150241 bytes)

     The coin is made of gold and was made in 1860.  The side with lady liberty was the side that the bullet hit.

coin_back.jpg (107334 bytes) One side has lady liberty on it. 

   The inscription on the coin reads:   

"Shiloh
April 6, 1862
My Life Preserver
G. E. D."

It was called the Lucky Coin. The discovery of the coin confirms the identity of Lt. George Dixon.  The coin also speaks of his character and faith.