Might have been replaced.
Model variation
I have a marlin model 60 with a gold trigger..the price difference is not by much if any at all..they both cost the same. some gun shops will charge more, but most usually don't and charge the same. A model 60 with etching and wood work can sell for more than one with just a gold trigger.
The Marlin Model 3000 was the chain-store version of the Model 336. They added a gold trigger, gold bead sight and have no checkering.
$125.00
175.00 to 200.00 in good condition
These are going for between 75-150 dollars.
In 1957.
According to wikapedia it is a model 60 made for big 5 sporting goods stores. It has a gold plated trigger and stainless bolt.
Simply because Marlin thought it would look better. These gold trigger Marlins are not different than any other Marlin. They were made for a certain number of years with gold triggers, and all models got them at that time.
Your Marlin model 60W was made in the year 1994.the value is between 60-100 dollars,depending on overall condition and a good bore.
Around $350
1975