1860-S $20 MS61 PCGS....

Description

1860-S Liberty Twenty, MS61
S.S. Brother Jonathan Survivor

1860-S $20 MS61 PCGS. Like most Type One Liberty double eagles, the 1860-S was extremely rare in high grade before some well-preserved examples surfaced in recent shipwreck finds. This attractive MS61 example was recovered from the wreck of the S.S. Brother Jonathan, which sank near Crescent City, California on July 30, 1865, just after the end of the Civil War. The design elements are well-detailed and the vivid orange-gold surfaces are lightly marked for the grade. The state of preservation is remarkable, as this coin was issued five years before it began its ill-fated sea voyage and presumably only escaped the rigors of circulation by chance during that period. Most examples seen show extensive signs of wear and rough handling and grade no better than VF-XF. Bright mint luster adds to the considerable eye appeal of this delightful piece. Population: 11 in 61, 9 finer (12/13).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 269F, PCGS# 8931, Greysheet# 9898)

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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