1856-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-53 PCGS
Numismatic
1856-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-53 PCGS
In 1856, the San Francisco Mint struck this impressive twenty dollar gold coin, a piece that carries the distinctive S mint mark of the young California facility. Out of a total mintage of 1,189,750 pieces, this particular specimen has survived the decades in remarkable condition, earning a certified grade of About Uncirculated 53 (AU-53). Struck from 0.900 fine gold, this Liberty Gold Double Eagle contains 0.9675 troy ounces of precious metal. The obverse features the classic profile of Liberty, surrounded by stars with the year 1856 anchored at the base. On the reverse, the proud heraldic eagle is encircled by the bold inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA along with the twenty dollar denomination.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1856 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | PCGS |
| 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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