1875-S $20 MS64+ PCGS....

Description

1875-S Double Eagle, MS64+
Condition Census Rarity

1875-S $20 MS64+ PCGS. Mint State examples of the 1875-S double eagle are available in abundance, but the vast majority of these pieces grade no finer than MS62. This San Francisco issue is rare in MS63, and just a handful of coins are known in MS64 and finer condition. Since our Auction Archives began in 1993, we have handled a coin graded MS64 on only four previous occasions, and we have never seen a higher-grade piece. This Plus-designated example is the single highest-grade 1875-S double eagle that we have ever handled. Frosty, shimmering yellow-gold luster adorns bold devices and remarkably unabraded surfaces. Close scrutiny with a loupe is required to discern a few faint hairlines that kept this coin from a grade possibly two points finer -- the eye appeal is that strong. An incredible example, second to only one higher-grade coin at PCGS. Population: 7 in 64 (2 in 64+), 1 finer (2/20).
From The Johnson Family Collection of Rare $20 Liberties. (Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26AU, PCGS# 8975, GSID# 9923)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Mintage: 1,230,000

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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