1856-S $20 Variety 17P, No Serif, Right S MS63 PCGS....

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1856-S Double Eagle, MS63
Ex: S.S. Central America

1856-S $20 Variety 17P, No Serif, Right S MS63 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America, SSCA 5690. The S.S. Central America shipwreck was a maritime disaster of epic proportion in terms of lives and fortunes lost. Financial panic followed news of the wreck, while the loss of more than 400 passengers and crew was undiminished by stories of the Captain Herndon's heroism and a few miracles of survival. Relics from the Central America are sought by today's collectors for both their numismatic and historic value.

Most of the gold coins were remarkably well-preserved on the ocean floor, more than 1.3 miles beneath the surface. This 1856-S double eagle was recovered with minimal abrasions and mint-fresh luster. Only minor softness on Liberty's top strands and central hair bun lessen the coin's overall sharp strike. There are no heavy marks on either side of this attractive, Select Uncirculated example. Includes original Tommy Thompon-signed COA.
From John's S.S. Central America Collection. (Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 70025, Base PCGS# 8919, Greysheet# 226344)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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