The $20 Double Eagle is a highly sought-after piece of American history. As the largest coin denomination ever issued by the US Mint for circulation, the Double Eagle was minted from 1850 to 1933. Initially known as the Liberty Double Eagle, this design adorned the coins for 58 years. Now, 1873 Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle Coins with an Open 3 are available for purchase from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Coins arrive in NGC plastic slabs!
• 24th year for Liberty Double Eagles!
• Open 3 specimen!
• Limited availability of certified coins!
• Contains .9675 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Issued a face value of $20 (USD) by the United States.
• Bears a Grade of About Uncirculated 58 from the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• The obverse depicts Liberty.
• On the reverse is the Great Seal of the United States.

These 1873 Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle Coins are available in AU58 condition. This grade indicates the coins are nearly BU in quality, with only slight friction marks on the highest relief points and almost complete mint luster. As an Open 3 coin, these pieces have more distinct separation in the tips of the number 3 in the 1873 date.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1873 Pre-33 Liberty Gold Double Eagles showcases a bust of Lady Liberty. Designed by Longacre, this image was inspired by Christian Gobrechts portrait of Liberty, showing her in left-profile with a coronet crown.

Reverse

The reverse of the 1873 $20 Liberty Double Eagle Coins features the Great Seal of the United States. This design depicts a front-facing bald eagle with the US national shield, clutching the olive branch of peace and arrows of war.

History

The US Eagle coin series was one of the earliest programs introduced by the United States Mint after its establishment in 1792. It included a $10 Eagle, $5 Half Eagle, and $2.50 Quarter Eagle. The California Gold Rush brought a surge of gold to the Treasury, prompting the US Mint to introduce the $20 Double Eagle. From its debut in 1850 until 1907, the $20 Double Eagle featured designs by James B. Longacre, the Chief Engraver of the US Mint.

Ordering

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