1896 $20 Repunched Date, FS-301 MS

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# 1896 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle, FS-301 Repunched Date. PCGS MS-62 CAC | Rare Die Variety with Distinctive Overdate Feature. This exceptional 1896 Liberty Gold Double Eagle represents a highly collectible example of a prominent repunched date variety (FS-301), offering numismatists a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of late 19th-century minting techniques. The CAC-approved MS-62 grade indicates a specimen with substantial mint luster and minimal marks, maintaining significant eye appeal for advanced gold coin collectors. The repunched date variety is characterized by subtle but distinct evidence of multiple date punches during the coin's initial striking, creating a nuanced and collectible anomaly. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this $20 Liberty gold piece displays crisp original mint luster with light golden-orange surfaces that showcase the intricate design details of the Charles E. Barber-designed Liberty Head motif. Minor contact marks consistent with the assigned grade are present, typical of circulation-era gold coinage. Numismatic Highlights: - Rare FS-301 Repunched Date Variety. - CAC-Approved MS-62 Grade. - Exceptional Mint State Preservation. - Original Golden-Orange Surfaces. - Significant Historical and Collectible Value. Provenance and Technical Details: - Denomination: $20 Double Eagle. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Year: 1896. - Metal Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - Grading Service: PCGS. - Certification Number: 857098902