1879-S $20 MS62 NGC....

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Brilliant Mint State 1879-S Double Eagle

1879-S $20 MS62 NGC. This is a highly lustrous and attractive example with sharp design features. We believe that this has the potential for a higher grade from either grading service, and it would be one of the finest known if upgraded. In fact, NGC has never certified a higher grade example of this issue. Population: 28 in 62, 0 finer (12/04).
Ex: Bowers and Ruddy (10/82), lot 954.
From The Richard J. Chouinard Collection of United States Coins, Part One.(#8991) (Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26B9, PCGS# 8991, Greysheet# 9932)

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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