1858-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-55 PCGS
1858-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle AU-55 PCGS
In 1858, the branch mint in San Francisco struck 846,710 gold double eagles, each containing nearly a full ounce of gold with a purity of 0.900. These large, heavy coins circulated heavily in the western economy, meaning very few survived in high-grade condition. This particular survivor has been graded as About Uncirculated 55 (AU-55), showing only light wear from its time in commerce. Bearing the 'S' mint mark on the reverse, this piece of early California minting history represents a time when gold coins were the backbone of trade. The obverse features the classic Liberty design, dated 1858, while the reverse displays the heraldic eagle of the United States.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1858 |
| 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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