Lot 1106
1896 $20
NGC 62
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$2,680
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 62
- Certificate
- 8319948006
- Denomination
- $20
- Year
- 1896
- Series
- Liberty Double Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1896 $20 Gold Liberty Double Eagle. NGC MS-62 PL | Prooflike Gem Specimen. This exceptional 1896 $20 Gold Liberty Double Eagle represents a stunning example of late 19th-century American gold coinage. Certified by NGC with a *Prooflike* designation, this specimen offers remarkable visual appeal and historical significance for the discerning numismatist. The coin exhibits pristine prooflike surfaces with exceptional mirror-like fields that showcase remarkable reflectivity and exceptional strike quality. With only 450 examples graded at this level by NGC, this particular specimen represents a scarce and desirable representation of the iconic Liberty Double Eagle series. The MS-62 grade indicates minimal bag marks and exceptional eye appeal, making it an attractive option for both advanced collectors and investment-minded numismatists. Graded NGC MS-62 PL. - Certificate Number: 8319948006. - Total Population: 12,500 graded. - Same Grade Examples: 450. - Higher Grade Specimens: 1,250. Provenance and Technical Details: - Year of Minting: 1896. - Denomination: $20 Gold Liberty Double Eagle. - Mint State: Uncirculated. - Surface Characteristics: Prooflike, Mirror-like Fields. - Estimated Price Guide Value: $850. A remarkable opportunity for the serious numismatist seeking a high-quality, visually impressive example of this classic American gold coin.
