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1857-S Double Eagle, MS64
Ex: S.S. Central America, Spike Shield

1857-S $20 Spiked Shield, Variety 20A, MS64 PCGS. Ex: S.S. Central America, SSCA 2151. This glittering Spiked Shield Central America treasure coin may have achieved an even finer grade were it not for a couple of thin marks on Liberty's cheek. The fields are clean, and the frosty luster is exceptional. Yellow-gold interiors cede to tangerine borders, and the design elements are razor-sharp. Among the 100 Greatest U.S. Coins (#97 in 6th edition).
Ex: Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2017), lot 5522.(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 70000, Base PCGS# 8922, Greysheet# 9892)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2026
14th-17th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 29
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 291

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
22% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 16, 2026 for: $9,760.00
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