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Ancient coins of the first republic.

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Of course, youd be right, all of these elements are essential to retiring with peace of mind.

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GOBankingRates investigated some of thecoins that can help add some real bang for the buck to your retirement savings.

First minted back in 1794, it was the very first dollar coin issued by the U.S. federal government.

However, a few were stolen, and eventually became valued by collectors.

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The Mint supposedly created two of these coins on Dec. 22, 1849.

One went to the Smithsonian Institute, where it remains to this day.

The other went to the Treasury Secretary, but nobody knows its location now.

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Now that would help you pay for a heck of a retirement home.

The Smithsonian Institute has two, while one is in private hands.

Naturally, this coin is supposedly the best preserved and finest-looking one out of all three.

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Designed by Charles E. Barber, this coin was replaced by the Indian Head in 1913.

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