1878 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle MS-61 PCGS
Numismatic
1878 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle MS-61 PCGS
In 1878, the Philadelphia Mint produced 543,625 of the twenty dollar gold coins known as the Liberty Double Eagle. Struck without a mint mark, this specific issue represents a classic era of American gold coinage, featuring a composition of 90 percent gold and containing 0.9675 troy ounces of the precious metal. This particular specimen has been professionally certified in Mint State 61 (MS-61) condition. The design features bold inscriptions on the reverse, including the country of origin, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, and the denomination of TWENTY DOLLARS, alongside the traditional motto, IN GOD WE TRUST.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1878 |
| 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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