1857-S $20 MS65 NGC. Variety 20A....

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1857-S Double Eagle, MS65
Spiked Shield, S.S. Central America

1857-S $20 MS65 NGC. Variety 20A. Ex: S.S. Central America. A pair of needle-thin die lines near the left shield border confirm the "Spiked Shield" variety, the best-known die marriage from the famous "Ship of Gold" maritime disaster. The radiant apricot-gold surfaces are remarkably devoid of abrasions, with a higher grade denied only by delicate contact on the cheekbone and bust tip. The strike is intricate and the eye appeal is outstanding. Although the S.S. Central America, Brother Jonathan, and S.S. Republic shipwrecks have made Type One double eagles available in nice Mint State, such pieces remain desirable as high-grade representatives of the design. Includes wooden presentation box and certificate of authenticity.
From The Jersey Shore Gold Collection. (Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2696, PCGS# 8922, Greysheet# 9884)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Mintage: 970,500

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