1879-O $20

Description

1879-O VF 30. Second lowest mintage of the O-mint double eagles, although not the second rarest. This is also the only O-mint Type Three double eagle, which adds a special meaning and extra value. The example offered here is simply worn, with no unexpected flaws. It represents the typical grade for the issue, as XF and AU pieces are very, very scarce. PCGS has yet to grade a mint state piece, and NGC has graded only one (an MS 60 as of 4/94). NGC indicates seven AU examples but we suspect that these are repeated attempts to upgrade a nice-looking AU.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26B8, PCGS# 8990, GSID# 9931)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Mintage: 2,325

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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