1879-S $20 MS63 PCGS....

Description

1879-S Double Eagle, MS63
Conditionally Rare

1879-S $20 MS63 PCGS. This brilliant and fully lustrous Select Mint State example ranks high among surviving 1879-S double eagles from a mintage of more than 1.2 million coins. Wisps of delicate pink overtones are evident on both sides of this beauty for the condition-conscious collector. Both sides feature bold design definition and the surfaces show only minuscule grade-consistent marks. The combined PCGS and NGC data show just 10 examples that are certified MS63 and only two numerically finer examples. The advanced Set Registry collector will be delighted with the opportunity to compete for this important double eagle. Population: 8 in 63, 2 finer (6/23).(Registry values: N1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26B9, PCGS# 8991, Greysheet# 9932)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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