1856-S $20 MS62 PCGS....

Description

Appealing MS62 1856-S Twenty
From the S.S. Central America

1856-S $20 MS62 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 17J (Split Serif), SSCA 5383. Though the vast majority of the double eagles recovered from the Central America were dated 1857-S, a significant number of earlier pieces also turned up, such as this twenty dollar coin from the previous year. Strongly lustrous yellow-gold surfaces show an assortment of light to moderate abrasions, including two roughly parallel lines to the left of Liberty's chin and neck. Comes with book-style case, certificate of authenticity, and outer box, as well as a paperback copy of Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2692, PCGS# 8919, GSID# 9864)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 1,189,750

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