1873-S $20 OPEN 3

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# 1873-S Liberty Head Double Eagle $20 Gold Coin - Open 3 Variety. An exceptional San Francisco Mint Liberty Head Double Eagle from a pivotal year in American numismatic history. This *1873-S Open 3* variety represents a scarce and highly collectible specimen of pre-1900 American gold coinage. Struck during a transformative period for U.S. currency, this PCGS MS60 example showcases the intricate design of James Barton Longacre's Liberty Head series. The Open 3 variety is notably rare, with significantly fewer specimens surviving compared to the Closed 3 variant. From a total mintage of 1,040,600 coins, only a limited number have been preserved in this grade, making this piece a significant numismatic treasure. The coin exhibits the characteristic San Francisco Mint striking, featuring precise details and the distinctive Open 3 numeric variety. Numismatists will appreciate the subtle diagnostic of the 3's lower loop, where the ball is approximately the same size as the loop's opening—a key identifier of this scarce variety. With only 102 examples graded at higher levels, this specimen represents an important opportunity for serious collectors of 19th-century gold coinage. Technical Specifications: - *Mint:* San Francisco. - *Year:* 1873. - *Denomination:* $20 Double Eagle. - *Composition:* 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - *Weight:* 33.4g. - *Grading:* PCGS MS60. - *Certification:* #50475644