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1852 Gold $1 Type One MS68 Ex: Samuel J. Berngard { PCGS-3 } (Oct'2008) This veritable jewel radiates its amazingly rich gold luster that drenches both sides of a needle-sharp impression of the dies. Hints of lilac grace the recesses of Liberty's hair. The overall visual impression is that of an ancient carved gem. Liberty's features stand boldly forth with their subtle frostiness, her locks and coronet are minutely defined. The reverse wreath and outer legend are diamond-clear, DOLLAR is slightly less vividly distinguished. This lustrous beauty presents James Barton Longacre's design at its finest.
1852 Gold $1 Type One MS68 Ex: Samuel J. Berngard { PCGS-3 } (Oct'2008) This veritable jewel radiates its amazingly rich gold luster that drenches both sides of a needle-sharp impression of the dies. Hints of lilac grace the recesses of Liberty's hair. The overall visual impression is that of an ancient carved gem. Liberty's features stand boldly forth with their subtle frostiness, her locks and coronet are minutely defined. The reverse wreath and outer legend are diamond-clear, DOLLAR is slightly less vividly distinguished. This lustrous beauty presents James Barton Longacre's design at its finest.
1852 Gold $1 Type One MS68 Ex: Samuel J. Berngard { PCGS-3 } (Oct'2008) This veritable jewel radiates its amazingly rich gold luster that drenches both sides of a needle-sharp impression of the dies. Hints of lilac grace the recesses of Liberty's hair. The overall visual impression is that of an ancient carved gem. Liberty's features stand boldly forth with their subtle frostiness, her locks and coronet are minutely defined. The reverse wreath and outer legend are diamond-clear, DOLLAR is slightly less vividly distinguished. This lustrous beauty presents James Barton Longacre's design at its finest.
1854 Gold $1 Type Two MS65 Ex: Madison Collection { PCGS-3 } (Jan'2008) Exceptional first year issue Type 2 gold dollar with brilliant apricot-gold toning and mint-green. This gem bears a superior strike for the issue and type that has been traditionally plagued with weak central definition. The Indian's bonnet displays excellent detail, as do all the letters in DOLLAR and digits in the date, and all elements of the wreath, with just a bit of softness in the hair by the temple. The patina is simply outstanding, with vibrant luster adorning both sides. Unusual for this series, is this gem's surfaces unblemished by the typical die-clashes, indicative of a very early strike.
1854 Gold $1 Type Two MS65 Ex: Madison Collection { PCGS-3 } (Jan'2008) Exceptional first year issue Type 2 gold dollar with brilliant apricot-gold toning and mint-green. This gem bears a superior strike for the issue and type that has been traditionally plagued with weak central definition. The Indian's bonnet displays excellent detail, as do all the letters in DOLLAR and digits in the date, and all elements of the wreath, with just a bit of softness in the hair by the temple. The patina is simply outstanding, with vibrant luster adorning both sides. Unusual for this series, is this gem's surfaces unblemished by the typical die-clashes, indicative of a very early strike.
1854 Gold $1 Type Two MS65 Ex: Madison Collection { PCGS-3 } (Jan'2008) Exceptional first year issue Type 2 gold dollar with brilliant apricot-gold toning and mint-green. This gem bears a superior strike for the issue and type that has been traditionally plagued with weak central definition. The Indian's bonnet displays excellent detail, as do all the letters in DOLLAR and digits in the date, and all elements of the wreath, with just a bit of softness in the hair by the temple. The patina is simply outstanding, with vibrant luster adorning both sides. Unusual for this series, is this gem's surfaces unblemished by the typical die-clashes, indicative of a very early strike.
1881 Gold $1 Type Three MS68 { PCGS-3 } (May'2007) The surfaces are nearly flawless. The surfaces are bright and lustrous, and the reverse displays a mixture of golden-rose and lilac color. Only 7,620 business strike gold dollars were produced by the Philadelphia Mint this year.
1881 Gold $1 Type Three MS68 { PCGS-3 } (May'2007) The surfaces are nearly flawless. The surfaces are bright and lustrous, and the reverse displays a mixture of golden-rose and lilac color. Only 7,620 business strike gold dollars were produced by the Philadelphia Mint this year.
1881 Gold $1 Type Three MS68 { PCGS-3 } (May'2007) The surfaces are nearly flawless. The surfaces are bright and lustrous, and the reverse displays a mixture of golden-rose and lilac color. Only 7,620 business strike gold dollars were produced by the Philadelphia Mint this year.
1836 Gold $2.50 { PCGS-5 } {CAC} (Jan'2019) A thick, frosty mint luster glows with a strong vibrancy on both sides. The surfaces are richly toned with soft wheat-gold and delicate olive undertones that are totally original and offer a fresh 'old-gold' patina. The letters of "LIBERTY" on the hair ribbon are well-struck and distinct. The field behind and above the eagle is blemish-free. Prior to the Coronet Liberty U.S. gold coins contained just under 90% gold with a mixture of silver and copper at just over 10%, giving the coins a slightly less gold appearance than we are accustomed to seeing in the later issues. This well-struck Classic Design exudes bold definition on both sides yielding excellent eye appeal. Andrew Jackson was president in 1836 and decided not to seek a third term. During his presidency was the only time in US History that there was a time when there was no national debt; albeit a very brief time.
1836 Gold $2.50 { PCGS-5 } {CAC} (Jan'2019) A thick, frosty mint luster glows with a strong vibrancy on both sides. The surfaces are richly toned with soft wheat-gold and delicate olive undertones that are totally original and offer a fresh 'old-gold' patina. The letters of "LIBERTY" on the hair ribbon are well-struck and distinct. The field behind and above the eagle is blemish-free. Prior to the Coronet Liberty U.S. gold coins contained just under 90% gold with a mixture of silver and copper at just over 10%, giving the coins a slightly less gold appearance than we are accustomed to seeing in the later issues. This well-struck Classic Design exudes bold definition on both sides yielding excellent eye appeal. Andrew Jackson was president in 1836 and decided not to seek a third term. During his presidency was the only time in US History that there was a time when there was no national debt; albeit a very brief time.
1836 Gold $2.50 { PCGS-5 } {CAC} (Jan'2019) A thick, frosty mint luster glows with a strong vibrancy on both sides. The surfaces are richly toned with soft wheat-gold and delicate olive undertones that are totally original and offer a fresh 'old-gold' patina. The letters of "LIBERTY" on the hair ribbon are well-struck and distinct. The field behind and above the eagle is blemish-free. Prior to the Coronet Liberty U.S. gold coins contained just under 90% gold with a mixture of silver and copper at just over 10%, giving the coins a slightly less gold appearance than we are accustomed to seeing in the later issues. This well-struck Classic Design exudes bold definition on both sides yielding excellent eye appeal. Andrew Jackson was president in 1836 and decided not to seek a third term. During his presidency was the only time in US History that there was a time when there was no national debt; albeit a very brief time.
1905 Gold $2.50 Liberty MS68 { PCGS-4 } (May'2018) - Top Pop 5/0 - Satiny gold evenly bathes both sides of this premium gem in original mint-fresh color. There are no spots or discolorations on this grade-appropriate beauty. The strike of Miss Liberty is strong and the fields are blemish-free; and, the eye appeal is phenomenal! The dawn of the 20th Century saw the hero of the charge up San Juan Hill begin serving his second term as president; although, the first that he won running for the office. Under his stewardship work on the Panama Canal had begun. Before his term would end, new designs for US gold coinage would be introduced, replacing these classic Liberty designs that had only slightly evolved from the early days of the republic. This Top-Pop gem has just four siblings and displays incredible luster beaming from its surfaces.
1905 Gold $2.50 Liberty MS68 { PCGS-4 } (May'2018) - Top Pop 5/0 - Satiny gold evenly bathes both sides of this premium gem in original mint-fresh color. There are no spots or discolorations on this grade-appropriate beauty. The strike of Miss Liberty is strong and the fields are blemish-free; and, the eye appeal is phenomenal! The dawn of the 20th Century saw the hero of the charge up San Juan Hill begin serving his second term as president; although, the first that he won running for the office. Under his stewardship work on the Panama Canal had begun. Before his term would end, new designs for US gold coinage would be introduced, replacing these classic Liberty designs that had only slightly evolved from the early days of the republic. This Top-Pop gem has just four siblings and displays incredible luster beaming from its surfaces.
1905 Gold $2.50 Liberty MS68 { PCGS-4 } (May'2018) - Top Pop 5/0 - Satiny gold evenly bathes both sides of this premium gem in original mint-fresh color. There are no spots or discolorations on this grade-appropriate beauty. The strike of Miss Liberty is strong and the fields are blemish-free; and, the eye appeal is phenomenal! The dawn of the 20th Century saw the hero of the charge up San Juan Hill begin serving his second term as president; although, the first that he won running for the office. Under his stewardship work on the Panama Canal had begun. Before his term would end, new designs for US gold coinage would be introduced, replacing these classic Liberty designs that had only slightly evolved from the early days of the republic. This Top-Pop gem has just four siblings and displays incredible luster beaming from its surfaces.
1908 Gold $2.50 Indian MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2010) First year issue with typical weak strike on the eagle's feathers, this piece shows incredibly unmarred surfaces, with just two small marks worth mentioning, one on each side. There is an outstanding strike on the Indian, with great detail in the headdress and nearly flawless face. Somewhat rare in PQ gem quality for the series, this specimen shows uniform natural gold color and attractive luster.
1908 Gold $2.50 Indian MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2010) First year issue with typical weak strike on the eagle's feathers, this piece shows incredibly unmarred surfaces, with just two small marks worth mentioning, one on each side. There is an outstanding strike on the Indian, with great detail in the headdress and nearly flawless face. Somewhat rare in PQ gem quality for the series, this specimen shows uniform natural gold color and attractive luster.
1908 Gold $2.50 Indian MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2010) First year issue with typical weak strike on the eagle's feathers, this piece shows incredibly unmarred surfaces, with just two small marks worth mentioning, one on each side. There is an outstanding strike on the Indian, with great detail in the headdress and nearly flawless face. Somewhat rare in PQ gem quality for the series, this specimen shows uniform natural gold color and attractive luster.
1889 Gold $3 MS66+ { PCGS-3 } (Sept'2010) Featuring impeccable medium orange-gold surfaces on both sides, this PQ gem is free of even the most remote distraction. The strike is extremely bold and offers clear detail in the hair, headress and wreath, free from the occasional rub that mutes these on most mint state strikes. This final year for the series saw only a couple thousand pieces issued. Although never popular with the contemporary public, this piece is one of the most popular with collectors today.
1889 Gold $3 MS66+ { PCGS-3 } (Sept'2010) Featuring impeccable medium orange-gold surfaces on both sides, this PQ gem is free of even the most remote distraction. The strike is extremely bold and offers clear detail in the hair, headress and wreath, free from the occasional rub that mutes these on most mint state strikes. This final year for the series saw only a couple thousand pieces issued. Although never popular with the contemporary public, this piece is one of the most popular with collectors today.
1889 Gold $3 MS66+ { PCGS-3 } (Sept'2010) Featuring impeccable medium orange-gold surfaces on both sides, this PQ gem is free of even the most remote distraction. The strike is extremely bold and offers clear detail in the hair, headress and wreath, free from the occasional rub that mutes these on most mint state strikes. This final year for the series saw only a couple thousand pieces issued. Although never popular with the contemporary public, this piece is one of the most popular with collectors today.
1806 Draped Bust Half Eagle AU53 { PCGS-5 }. Rich old-gold toning highlights the fields surrounding devices with rich hues of orange, red and rust. Liberty’s hair and facial features are set off nicely. The large heraldic eagle is prominent on the reverse offers no denomination .
1806 Draped Bust Half Eagle AU53 { PCGS-5 }. Rich old-gold toning highlights the fields surrounding devices with rich hues of orange, red and rust. Liberty’s hair and facial features are set off nicely. The large heraldic eagle is prominent on the reverse offers no denomination .
1806 Draped Bust Half Eagle AU53 { PCGS-5 }. Rich old-gold toning highlights the fields surrounding devices with rich hues of orange, red and rust. Liberty’s hair and facial features are set off nicely. The large heraldic eagle is prominent on the reverse offers no denomination .
1813 Liberty Cap Half Eagle (Large Size) MS61 { PCGS-5 }. Beautiful lemon-gold surfaces exhibit frosty luster and a sharp strike. Marks are minor and fewer than would be expected for the grade. A first-year issue and the only gold denomination that was being produced by the United States at the time. Minted during a time period of widespread melting so many pieces did not survive. Great eye appeal on this large size bust, sometime referred to as “Fat Head”.
1813 Liberty Cap Half Eagle (Large Size) MS61 { PCGS-5 }. Beautiful lemon-gold surfaces exhibit frosty luster and a sharp strike. Marks are minor and fewer than would be expected for the grade. A first-year issue and the only gold denomination that was being produced by the United States at the time. Minted during a time period of widespread melting so many pieces did not survive. Great eye appeal on this large size bust, sometime referred to as “Fat Head”.
1813 Liberty Cap Half Eagle (Large Size) MS61 { PCGS-5 }. Beautiful lemon-gold surfaces exhibit frosty luster and a sharp strike. Marks are minor and fewer than would be expected for the grade. A first-year issue and the only gold denomination that was being produced by the United States at the time. Minted during a time period of widespread melting so many pieces did not survive. Great eye appeal on this large size bust, sometime referred to as “Fat Head”.
1834 (Plain 4) Gold $5 Classic (Half Eagle) MS63 { PCGS-5 } (Jul'2020). Bright original semi proof-like surfaces offer a very flashy coin that develops an orange-gold hue at the periphery. The strike is solid with well-defined hair, curls and feathers; and the 'original skin' gives this coin exceptional eye appeal featuring mint-fresh gold luster. Liberty’s face is unmarred and there are just a couple minor marks in the reverse field above and to the right of the eagle.
1843-D Gold $5 Liberty (Half Eagle) XF40 { PCGS-2 } (Jun'1979) Nice OGH example from the branch mint at Dahlonega GA. This briefly circulated specimen has no major marks, nice color, and is a fine example from this early mint.
1843-D Gold $5 Liberty (Half Eagle) XF40 { PCGS-2 } (Jun'1979) Nice OGH example from the branch mint at Dahlonega GA. This briefly circulated specimen has no major marks, nice color, and is a fine example from this early mint.
1843-D Gold $5 Liberty (Half Eagle) XF40 { PCGS-2 } (Jun'1979) Nice OGH example from the branch mint at Dahlonega GA. This briefly circulated specimen has no major marks, nice color, and is a fine example from this early mint.
1907-D Gold $5 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-3 } (Sep'2007) - Finest Known 1/0 - An interesting variety, the mintmark is punched far to the left of center, centered below the first talon in the eagle's claw left of the feather tip, and leaning sharply to the left as well. This top-pop specimen is an amazing premium quality gem. Both sides have pristine surfaces with highly lustrous mint frost and rich yellow luster. Coined in the second year of Denver Mint production and representing excellent quality control for such a young facility.
1907-D Gold $5 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-3 } (Sep'2007) - Finest Known 1/0 - An interesting variety, the mintmark is punched far to the left of center, centered below the first talon in the eagle's claw left of the feather tip, and leaning sharply to the left as well. This top-pop specimen is an amazing premium quality gem. Both sides have pristine surfaces with highly lustrous mint frost and rich yellow luster. Coined in the second year of Denver Mint production and representing excellent quality control for such a young facility.
1907-D Gold $5 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-3 } (Sep'2007) - Finest Known 1/0 - An interesting variety, the mintmark is punched far to the left of center, centered below the first talon in the eagle's claw left of the feather tip, and leaning sharply to the left as well. This top-pop specimen is an amazing premium quality gem. Both sides have pristine surfaces with highly lustrous mint frost and rich yellow luster. Coined in the second year of Denver Mint production and representing excellent quality control for such a young facility.
1908-S Gold $5 Indian MS66 { PCGS-2 } (Jan'2010) Lustrous peach-gold surfaces of this OGH PQ gem are splashed with mint-green, orange, and lilac and exhibit well struck design features, including the headdress feathers. The mint mark is bold and distinct. A couple of minor rubs on the upper reverse fields (behind the neck of the eagle) probably limit the grade, but other than these the fields are pristine, and free of any marks typical on the higher raised fields.
1908-S Gold $5 Indian MS66 { PCGS-2 } (Jan'2010) Lustrous peach-gold surfaces of this OGH PQ gem are splashed with mint-green, orange, and lilac and exhibit well struck design features, including the headdress feathers. The mint mark is bold and distinct. A couple of minor rubs on the upper reverse fields (behind the neck of the eagle) probably limit the grade, but other than these the fields are pristine, and free of any marks typical on the higher raised fields.
1908-S Gold $5 Indian MS66 { PCGS-2 } (Jan'2010) Lustrous peach-gold surfaces of this OGH PQ gem are splashed with mint-green, orange, and lilac and exhibit well struck design features, including the headdress feathers. The mint mark is bold and distinct. A couple of minor rubs on the upper reverse fields (behind the neck of the eagle) probably limit the grade, but other than these the fields are pristine, and free of any marks typical on the higher raised fields.
1799 Gold $10 Flowing Hair (Eagle) AU50 { PCGS-2 } (Apr'2002) Eighteenth century OGH gold eagle from time when John Adams was POTUS; this piece of history has nice details with 'old-gold' flavor. A very nice strike graces this problem-free gold eagle, with terrific details, uniform wear and no problem marks.
1799 Gold $10 Flowing Hair (Eagle) AU50 { PCGS-2 } (Apr'2002) Eighteenth century OGH gold eagle from time when John Adams was POTUS; this piece of history has nice details with 'old-gold' flavor. A very nice strike graces this problem-free gold eagle, with terrific details, uniform wear and no problem marks.
1799 Gold $10 Flowing Hair (Eagle) AU50 { PCGS-2 } (Apr'2002) Eighteenth century OGH gold eagle from time when John Adams was POTUS; this piece of history has nice details with 'old-gold' flavor. A very nice strike graces this problem-free gold eagle, with terrific details, uniform wear and no problem marks.
1839/8 Gold Eagle Large Letters XF45 PCGS. The sharper point of the bust truncation over star 13 identifies the Type of 1838. Attractive greenish-gold surfaces retain considerable amounts of mint luster and show the expected number of minor abrasions for the grade. The well-detailed design elements are lightly worn. Traces of proof-like reflectivity appear in sheltered areas on the reverse.
1839/8 Gold Eagle Large Letters XF45 PCGS. The sharper point of the bust truncation over star 13 identifies the Type of 1838. Attractive greenish-gold surfaces retain considerable amounts of mint luster and show the expected number of minor abrasions for the grade. The well-detailed design elements are lightly worn. Traces of proof-like reflectivity appear in sheltered areas on the reverse.
1839/8 Gold Eagle Large Letters XF45 PCGS. The sharper point of the bust truncation over star 13 identifies the Type of 1838. Attractive greenish-gold surfaces retain considerable amounts of mint luster and show the expected number of minor abrasions for the grade. The well-detailed design elements are lightly worn. Traces of proof-like reflectivity appear in sheltered areas on the reverse.
1861 Liberty Eagle MS61 { PCGS-5 }. Ample original luster bathes both sides of this mint state example of a mid-century eagle with no motto. From the early days of Abraham Lincoln's presidency, this piece survived two World Wars and the Great Depression avoiding the pitfalls of circulation.
1899 Gold $10 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-5 } (Oct'2018) - Finest Known 1/0 – Incredible mar-free golden fields cover both sides offsetting the well struck and equally pristine devices. Struck in the waning years of the Victorian Era this late nineteenth century gem exudes intense luster over the entirety of its exceptionally clean surfaces presenting an amazing state of preservation for coins of this era. The quantity of eagles to reach this exceptional grade or higher is limited to about two dozen specimens, and the bulk of these belong to the twentieth century.
1899 Gold $10 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-5 } (Oct'2018) - Finest Known 1/0 – Incredible mar-free golden fields cover both sides offsetting the well struck and equally pristine devices. Struck in the waning years of the Victorian Era this late nineteenth century gem exudes intense luster over the entirety of its exceptionally clean surfaces presenting an amazing state of preservation for coins of this era. The quantity of eagles to reach this exceptional grade or higher is limited to about two dozen specimens, and the bulk of these belong to the twentieth century.
1899 Gold $10 Liberty MS67 { PCGS-5 } (Oct'2018) - Finest Known 1/0 – Incredible mar-free golden fields cover both sides offsetting the well struck and equally pristine devices. Struck in the waning years of the Victorian Era this late nineteenth century gem exudes intense luster over the entirety of its exceptionally clean surfaces presenting an amazing state of preservation for coins of this era. The quantity of eagles to reach this exceptional grade or higher is limited to about two dozen specimens, and the bulk of these belong to the twentieth century.
1907 Indian Eagle (Wire Edge - High Relief) MS64 { PCGS-5 }. Uniform light yellow-gold color bathes both sides of this eagle with satiny surfaces. The fields are clean and free of any noticeable marks. The strike is strong particularly in the center on the Indian and Eagle. The natural luster combined with the high-relief devices bring the Indian and Eagle to life.
1907 Indian Eagle (Wire Edge - High Relief) MS64 { PCGS-5 }. Uniform light yellow-gold color bathes both sides of this eagle with satiny surfaces. The fields are clean and free of any noticeable marks. The strike is strong particularly in the center on the Indian and Eagle. The natural luster combined with the high-relief devices bring the Indian and Eagle to life.
1907 Indian Eagle (Wire Edge - High Relief) MS64 { PCGS-5 }. Uniform light yellow-gold color bathes both sides of this eagle with satiny surfaces. The fields are clean and free of any noticeable marks. The strike is strong particularly in the center on the Indian and Eagle. The natural luster combined with the high-relief devices bring the Indian and Eagle to life.
1907 Gold $10 Liberty (No Motto) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2007) PQ Gem of this briefly produced gold type coin. The fields are exceptionally preserved, and the devices are also impressively smooth. Boldly struck aside from a hint of merging on the front talon of the back claw. The date has only a trace of strike doubling. A shimmering green-gold beauty from the first year of this attractive series. President Roosevelt opposed the inclusion of IN GOD WE TRUST, since money can be used for any purpose. Congress saw the matter differently.
1907 Gold $10 Liberty (No Motto) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2007) PQ Gem of this briefly produced gold type coin. The fields are exceptionally preserved, and the devices are also impressively smooth. Boldly struck aside from a hint of merging on the front talon of the back claw. The date has only a trace of strike doubling. A shimmering green-gold beauty from the first year of this attractive series. President Roosevelt opposed the inclusion of IN GOD WE TRUST, since money can be used for any purpose. Congress saw the matter differently.
1907 Gold $10 Liberty (No Motto) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2007) PQ Gem of this briefly produced gold type coin. The fields are exceptionally preserved, and the devices are also impressively smooth. Boldly struck aside from a hint of merging on the front talon of the back claw. The date has only a trace of strike doubling. A shimmering green-gold beauty from the first year of this attractive series. President Roosevelt opposed the inclusion of IN GOD WE TRUST, since money can be used for any purpose. Congress saw the matter differently.
1932 Eagle MS63 { PCGS-3 } (Mar'1969) Nice fields, plenty of luster, nearly mark-free; and a 10th grade birthday present to boot. This was the final year for this series, released for general circulation, prior to the legislation that shifted the United States from the gold-standard to the silver-standard.
1932 Eagle MS63 { PCGS-3 } (Mar'1969) Nice fields, plenty of luster, nearly mark-free; and a 10th grade birthday present to boot. This was the final year for this series, released for general circulation, prior to the legislation that shifted the United States from the gold-standard to the silver-standard.
1932 Eagle MS63 { PCGS-3 } (Mar'1969) Nice fields, plenty of luster, nearly mark-free; and a 10th grade birthday present to boot. This was the final year for this series, released for general circulation, prior to the legislation that shifted the United States from the gold-standard to the silver-standard.
1857-S Gold $20 Liberty (Type 1) MS66 Ex: S.S. Central America { PCGS-SSCA } (Apr'2008) Variety 20-A, Spiked Shield. A superlative example of this renowned shipwreck issue with wonderful orange-gold coloration to complement its gorgeous luster and enormous eye appeal. Preserved over 130 years submerged 8,000 feet in the Atlantic Ocean, this piece appears as it left the mint in San Francisco, with smooth unmarred satiny surfaces and boldly rendered devices. Although sea water and wood can create an acid which will damage gold coins, the calcium rich deposits on the ocean floor of this wreck site neutralized the acid and protected these coins. This is the commoner spiked shield variety with its prominent raised die gouge on the reverse in the field to the left of the lower shield, and visible in the photo. Over 5,000 1857-S double eagles were aboard when the ship sank; while, about half that number have been graded by PCGS and attributed to this wreck.
1857-S Gold $20 Liberty (Type 1) MS66 Ex: S.S. Central America { PCGS-SSCA } (Apr'2008) Variety 20-A, Spiked Shield. A superlative example of this renowned shipwreck issue with wonderful orange-gold coloration to complement its gorgeous luster and enormous eye appeal. Preserved over 130 years submerged 8,000 feet in the Atlantic Ocean, this piece appears as it left the mint in San Francisco, with smooth unmarred satiny surfaces and boldly rendered devices. Although sea water and wood can create an acid which will damage gold coins, the calcium rich deposits on the ocean floor of this wreck site neutralized the acid and protected these coins. This is the commoner spiked shield variety with its prominent raised die gouge on the reverse in the field to the left of the lower shield, and visible in the photo. Over 5,000 1857-S double eagles were aboard when the ship sank; while, about half that number have been graded by PCGS and attributed to this wreck.
1857-S Gold $20 Liberty (Type 1) MS66 Ex: S.S. Central America { PCGS-SSCA } (Apr'2008) Variety 20-A, Spiked Shield. A superlative example of this renowned shipwreck issue with wonderful orange-gold coloration to complement its gorgeous luster and enormous eye appeal. Preserved over 130 years submerged 8,000 feet in the Atlantic Ocean, this piece appears as it left the mint in San Francisco, with smooth unmarred satiny surfaces and boldly rendered devices. Although sea water and wood can create an acid which will damage gold coins, the calcium rich deposits on the ocean floor of this wreck site neutralized the acid and protected these coins. This is the commoner spiked shield variety with its prominent raised die gouge on the reverse in the field to the left of the lower shield, and visible in the photo. Over 5,000 1857-S double eagles were aboard when the ship sank; while, about half that number have been graded by PCGS and attributed to this wreck.
1876 Gold $20 Liberty (Type 2) MS63 { PCGS-4 }. This choice example from the final year of issue for this type with the abbreviated “D.(..ollars)”, this fine Philadelphia issue exudes ample natural gold luster from both sides with minimal bag marks. Liberty’s face is problem-free and the reverse exhibits a well-struck eagle with excellent feather definition.
1876 Gold $20 Liberty (Type 2) MS63 { PCGS-4 }. This choice example from the final year of issue for this type with the abbreviated “D.(..ollars)”, this fine Philadelphia issue exudes ample natural gold luster from both sides with minimal bag marks. Liberty’s face is problem-free and the reverse exhibits a well-struck eagle with excellent feather definition.
1876 Gold $20 Liberty (Type 2) MS63 { PCGS-4 }. This choice example from the final year of issue for this type with the abbreviated “D.(..ollars)”, this fine Philadelphia issue exudes ample natural gold luster from both sides with minimal bag marks. Liberty’s face is problem-free and the reverse exhibits a well-struck eagle with excellent feather definition.
1876 Gold $20 Liberty (Type 2) MS63 { PCGS-4 }. This choice example from the final year of issue for this type with the abbreviated “D.(..ollars)”, this fine Philadelphia issue exudes ample natural gold luster from both sides with minimal bag marks. Liberty’s face is problem-free and the reverse exhibits a well-struck eagle with excellent feather definition.
1904 Gold $20 Liberty (Double Eagle) MS65 { PCGS-3 } (Apr'2005) Just great color and luster on this gem; with a good strike and mark-free fields. With over 6 million pieces struck, this is the most common date of the series. Still, large gold pieces with fields this clean will always be in demand.
1904 Gold $20 Liberty (Double Eagle) MS65 { PCGS-3 } (Apr'2005) Just great color and luster on this gem; with a good strike and mark-free fields. With over 6 million pieces struck, this is the most common date of the series. Still, large gold pieces with fields this clean will always be in demand.
1904 Gold $20 Liberty (Double Eagle) MS65 { PCGS-3 } (Apr'2005) Just great color and luster on this gem; with a good strike and mark-free fields. With over 6 million pieces struck, this is the most common date of the series. Still, large gold pieces with fields this clean will always be in demand.
MCMVII (1907) Gold $20 Saint Gaudens High Relief Wire Rim MS62 { PCGS-3 } (May'2006) A couple rim dings limit the grade; but, this ever-popular piece has a nice strike and great high-relief look. The color and luster are very nice and the devices are free of any problem marks.
MCMVII (1907) Gold $20 Saint Gaudens High Relief Wire Rim MS62 { PCGS-3 } (May'2006) A couple rim dings limit the grade; but, this ever-popular piece has a nice strike and great high-relief look. The color and luster are very nice and the devices are free of any problem marks.
MCMVII (1907) Gold $20 Saint Gaudens High Relief Wire Rim MS62 { PCGS-3 } (May'2006) A couple rim dings limit the grade; but, this ever-popular piece has a nice strike and great high-relief look. The color and luster are very nice and the devices are free of any problem marks.
1908 Gold $20 Saint-Gaudens MS68 Ex: Wells Fargo Nev Gold { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2008) This bold well-struck specimen features relatively mark-free surfaces. A rich orange-gold patina covers satin surfaces with frosty-perfect fields. It is assured a natural place in history being the last year any US Gold Coin did not bear the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST". (The 1909 Indian Head cent, Liberty Nickels until 1913 and Barber Dimes until 1916 were the holdouts in other metals.) Over Teddy Roosevelt's objections, Congress saw to it that the motto would be permanently restored, making it the law. Thanks to the cache of double eagles made available by the Wells Fargo discovery, a number of high grade examples became available to collectors and investors, of which this piece is a premium example. Liberty's hands and fingers, face, nose and lips and toes are well-defined and distinct. On the flip-side the sun is nearly unblemished and the eagle's feathers appear as the day they were struck.
1908 Gold $20 Saint-Gaudens MS68 Ex: Wells Fargo Nev Gold { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2008) This bold well-struck specimen features relatively mark-free surfaces. A rich orange-gold patina covers satin surfaces with frosty-perfect fields. It is assured a natural place in history being the last year any US Gold Coin did not bear the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST". (The 1909 Indian Head cent, Liberty Nickels until 1913 and Barber Dimes until 1916 were the holdouts in other metals.) Over Teddy Roosevelt's objections, Congress saw to it that the motto would be permanently restored, making it the law. Thanks to the cache of double eagles made available by the Wells Fargo discovery, a number of high grade examples became available to collectors and investors, of which this piece is a premium example. Liberty's hands and fingers, face, nose and lips and toes are well-defined and distinct. On the flip-side the sun is nearly unblemished and the eagle's feathers appear as the day they were struck.
1908 Gold $20 Saint-Gaudens MS68 Ex: Wells Fargo Nev Gold { PCGS-3 } (Nov'2008) This bold well-struck specimen features relatively mark-free surfaces. A rich orange-gold patina covers satin surfaces with frosty-perfect fields. It is assured a natural place in history being the last year any US Gold Coin did not bear the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST". (The 1909 Indian Head cent, Liberty Nickels until 1913 and Barber Dimes until 1916 were the holdouts in other metals.) Over Teddy Roosevelt's objections, Congress saw to it that the motto would be permanently restored, making it the law. Thanks to the cache of double eagles made available by the Wells Fargo discovery, a number of high grade examples became available to collectors and investors, of which this piece is a premium example. Liberty's hands and fingers, face, nose and lips and toes are well-defined and distinct. On the flip-side the sun is nearly unblemished and the eagle's feathers appear as the day they were struck.
1928 Gold $20 Saint Gaudens (Double Eagle) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2007) : Very clean satiny fields with the minimal of scuffing; Liberty is free of any major marks and her face and hair are well defined. On the reverse the sun is mark-free and the eagle is very well struck with but one notable mark on a single wing feather. The coin has nice uniform mint-state gold color and luster.
1928 Gold $20 Saint Gaudens (Double Eagle) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2007) : Very clean satiny fields with the minimal of scuffing; Liberty is free of any major marks and her face and hair are well defined. On the reverse the sun is mark-free and the eagle is very well struck with but one notable mark on a single wing feather. The coin has nice uniform mint-state gold color and luster.
1928 Gold $20 Saint Gaudens (Double Eagle) MS66 { PCGS-3 } (Jun'2007) : Very clean satiny fields with the minimal of scuffing; Liberty is free of any major marks and her face and hair are well defined. On the reverse the sun is mark-free and the eagle is very well struck with but one notable mark on a single wing feather. The coin has nice uniform mint-state gold color and luster.