A Georgia gold-rush branch devoted exclusively to federal gold coinage and remembered through the D mark it shares historically with Denver.
Why it matters
Dahlonega's D mark is identified by pre-1862 dates and gold denominations. Its generally small mintages and strong Georgia gold-rush context make accurate attribution especially important.
History
Authorized in 1835 and opened in 1838, Dahlonega struck only gold denominations. Coinage stopped in 1861 during the Civil War and never resumed. The building later housed educational institutions, burned in 1878, and its foundation became part of what is now the University of North Georgia's Price Memorial Hall site.