1857-S $20 MS66 NGC....

Description

1857-S Twenty Dollar, Spiked Shield, MS66

1857-S $20 MS66 NGC. Variety 20-A, Spiked Shield. This is another example in the present sale that one would realistically believe traces its source to the S.S. Central America, although it is not marked as such on the encapsulation (and unattributed as to variety). However, given the predominance of the Spiked Shield variety among survivors of that briny disaster, the evidence is clear if not overwhelming.
Although thousands of certified survivors now exist in Mint State between NGC and PCGS combined, the number of Premium Gems decreases downward to a couple of hundred pieces, above which level few coins are certified.
This is a remarkably lustrous and colorful Type One twenty. The luster is fully frosted and flows around each side unimpeded by any noticeable abrasions. The rich orange-gold color deepens even more around the margins. Sharply detailed throughout.(Registry values: N7079)

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

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

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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