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Select 1889 Liberty Head Double Eagle
Among the Finest Certified

1889 $20 MS63 PCGS. The mintage of P-mint double eagles was sharply reduced in 1889, to a meager 44,070 pieces. The issue is scarce in all grades today and rare at the Select Mint State level. Current population data from the leading grading services reveal PCGS has certified 17 coins in MS63, with none finer; NGC has graded only five Select specimens, with none finer (6/10).
The present coin is an impressive Select specimen, with attractive greenish-gold surfaces and bright, frosty mint luster. The strike details are sharp, with all star centers perfect and fine detail on Liberty's curls. A few minor handling marks on Liberty's cheek define the grade but do not dampen the excellent eye appeal.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2695, PCGS# 9010, Greysheet# 9824)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 1.06oz
Mintage: 44,070


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, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Aug 11, 2010 for: $11,502.30
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