1860-S $20

Description

PCGS 1860-S MS 62. This date is considered one of the rarest emissions from the San Francisco mint, behind the famous 1861-S Paquet Reverse and a high grade 1866-S No Motto. If it were not enough to call attention to this coin's overall rarity, it is tied for second place of any certified examples. As of the June data, both services, combined, have graded 3 MS 62s and PCGS shows am MS 63 also. This specimen is very well struck with all the stars, Liberty's hair, and the eagle on the reverse being defined beautifully. The luster is full and is a deeper yellow and greenish color, as is quite often found on double eagles of the era. There are a couple of small abrasion marks, but these are really not a focal point that detract from the pleasing appearance of this rarity.

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

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Mintage: 544,950

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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