1855-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-53 NGC CAC
Numismatic
1855-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-53 NGC CAC
In 1855, the San Francisco Mint produced a run of 879,675 gold double eagles, each carrying the distinctive 'S' mint mark. This twenty dollar coin represents an early chapter in Western minting history, struck in 0.900 fine gold with a total precious metal content of 0.9675 troy ounces. The obverse features the classic Liberty design, dated 1855. On the reverse, the coin bears the traditional inscriptions including UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and the denomination TWENTY D. This specific specimen has been preserved in About Uncirculated condition, graded AU-53, and has received verification for its exceptional quality and eye appeal.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1855 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 20 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.9675 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2.41 mm |
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