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1899 $20 JD-1, R.5, PR55 Cameo NGC....
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$15,000.00
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Description
1899 Liberty Double Eagle, PR55 Cameo
Scarce Circulated Proof, Bold Contrast
1899 $20 JD-1, R.5, PR55 Cameo NGC. PCGS estimates 30 to 40
examples of the 1899 proof double eagle survive, while John
Dannreuther pegs the surviving population at 40 to 55 pieces.
Curiously, the 2025 Red Book reports a proof mintage of 84
pieces, while Dannreuther's count according to Mint records is 74
proofs struck. This example has the unusual distinction of being a
circulated Cameo, retaining its strong field/device contrast
despite moderate abrasions that define the AU55 designation. Both
the obverse and the reverse show isolated reeding marks, suggesting
this coin was aggregated with other coins (possibly other double
eagles) before being rescued from circulation. Die polish
characteristics on the reverse suggest this coin was one of the
later proof strikes, with attenuated right (facing) tail feathers
and isolated polish within E PLURIBUS UNUM. Vibrant orange-gold
color and the sharp proof strike remain intact. About a handful of
circulated 1899 proofs exist at PCGS and NGC combined, but only
this one with designated Cameo contrast (2/25).Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 107358, Base PCGS# 89115)
Weight: 33.44 grams
Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Auction Info
2025 April 3 - 6 US Coins Signature® Auction #1382 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
April, 2025
3rd-6th
Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 20
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