1857-S $20 Bold S, Variety 20B, MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. SSCA #0634. Although 1857-S double ea...

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1857-S Double Eagle, MS64
Ex: S.S. Central America
From the Historic First Recovery Period

1857-S $20 Bold S, Variety 20B, MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America. SSCA #0634. Although 1857-S double eagles in Mint State were recovered by the thousands from the S.S. Central America shipwreck, unceasing demand continues among collectors. This near-Gem example remains in its original gold foil PCGS holder and displays remarkably smooth, lustrous surfaces with only a few minor luster grazes that determine the Choice Uncirculated grade. A sharp strike exists throughout the tempting orange-gold surfaces, while traces of deep-orange patina linger at the borders. Plentiful eye appeal augments the decidedly high technical merit.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 70001, Base PCGS# 8922, Greysheet# 221567)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Melt Value: $4,765.76
Gold Spot: $4,496/oz (05-30-2026 4:28PM CT)

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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