1897-S $20 MS65 PCGS....

Description

1897-S Double Eagle, MS65
Only Four Finer at PCGS

1897-S $20 MS65 PCGS. Gleaming cartwheel luster coats evenly-toned yellow-gold surfaces. A thorough examination with a loupe turns up insufficient evidence of striking weakness on either side. The clusters of abrasions that define the typical double eagle are virtually absent, especially in the all-important left obverse field, with just a few one-off marks here and there. The story of the 1897-S is the same as many of the double eagle issues of the 1890s: many were exported, leading to a preponderance in AU and low Mint State grades and heavy bagmarks being the norm. This example is a welcome exception to that rule, and few can be found in a finer state of preservation. Population: 18 in 65 (2 in 65+), 2 finer (12/25).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26CJ, PCGS# 9032, Greysheet# 9958)

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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