1856-S $20 MS64 PCGS....

Description

Near-Gem 1856-S Double Eagle
Likely S.S. Central America Coin

1856-S $20 MS64 PCGS. Although we cannot say for sure and this piece is not specifically provenanced to it, most 1856-S double eagles in high grade are a good bet -- "better than even money," as the saying goes -- to stem from the shipwreck of the S.S. Central America, from whence several hundred examples were later recovered. In any case this piece displays superlative eye appeal with orange-gold, lustrous surfaces that are well-struck and free of singular marks. Type One double eagles in high grade such as this piece that appear to derive from the S.S. Central America are numismatic treasures of great aesthetic appeal. Population: 3 in 64, 2 finer (10/11).(Registry values: N4719)

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

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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