1896-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle MS-61 NGC
Numismatic
1896-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle MS-61 NGC
In 1896, the San Francisco Mint struck a total of 1,403,925 twenty-dollar gold coins, each bearing the distinctive 'S' mint mark. Crafted from 0.900 fine gold, these substantial pieces contain 0.9675 troy ounces of precious metal. They represent a classic era of United States gold coinage, serving as a testament to the late nineteenth-century monetary system. This specific coin has survived the decades in remarkable condition, earning a certified grade of Mint State 61 (MS-61). On the obverse, the year 1896 is clearly displayed, anchoring the coin to its precise moment in American industrial and economic history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1896 |
| 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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