1856-S $20 Split Serif MS63 PCGS....

Description

Desirable 1856-S Double Eagle, MS63
Split Serif Variety

1856-S $20 Split Serif MS63 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. Variety 17J. A large mintage of 1,189,750 double eagles was accomplished at the San Francisco Mint in 1856. Historically this date was rare in Mint State, but more than 1,000 examples were recovered from the S.S. Central America, many in high grade. Today the issue is readily available, in the context of Type One double eagles, and type collectors compete intensely with gold specialists for attractive examples of this important design. The surfaces of the present coin are enhanced by lovely tones of rose-gold and golden-brown color. The design elements are strongly impressed and a few scattered handling marks are consistent with the grade. Overall visual appeal is excellent. Population: 5 in 63, 0 finer (6/09).
From The San Patricio Collection.(Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 70019, Base PCGS# 8919, GSID# 226338)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz

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