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1870 Type Two Twenty, MS61
Challenging Philadelphia Issue

1870 $20 MS61 PCGS. The 1870 Liberty double eagle claims a fairly low mintage of 155,150 pieces, and the issue is definitely ranks among the better Philadelphia dates. Like most Type Two twenties, the 1870 circulated widely and few examples were saved for numismatic purposes. The 1870 is particularly elusive in Mint State condition.

The lustrous, medium yellow-gold surfaces of this attractive MS61 double eagle show the minimum number of minor contact marks for the grade. Well-detailed design elements exhibit just a touch of softness over Liberty's hair. Population: 19 in 61, 22 finer (6/16).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26A7, PCGS# 8957, Greysheet# 9807)

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
August, 2016
10th-14th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 10, 2016 for: $19,975.00
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