• Gold$4,075.70/ozup3.43%
  • Silver$52.37/ozup5.25%
  • Platinum$1,499.60/ozup4.87%
  • Palladium$999.50/ozup7.06%
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1898-S $20

Lot 1065

1898-S $20

CAC 62

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Grade
CAC 62
Certificate
130909824
Denomination
$20
Series
Liberty Double Eagles
Metal
GOLD
Country

Description

# 1898-S $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle - CAC MS-62. An exceptional example of a late 19th-century San Francisco mint Liberty Gold Double Eagle, this 1898-S represents a significant piece of American numismatic history. Struck during a pivotal era of economic expansion, this gold coin showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of the San Francisco Mint during the Gilded Age. The coin exhibits outstanding preservation for its grade, with sharp mint luster and minimal marks typical of a Mint State-62 designation. The CAC certification confirms the piece's superior quality within its grade range, making it particularly desirable for sophisticated collectors. Notably, the San Francisco mint issues from this period are often scarcer than their Philadelphia or New Orleans counterparts, adding to the coin's collectible appeal. Technical Specifications: - Mint: San Francisco (S). - Metal: 90% Gold. - Weight: 33.436 grams. - Diameter: 34 mm. - Mintage: Relatively limited for the year. Surfaces display original golden-orange patina with minimal contact marks, demonstrating exceptional eye appeal for the assigned grade. The Liberty obverse and heraldic eagle reverse remain crisp and well-defined, with excellent strike quality characteristic of the late 19th-century gold coinage. A premium example for the discerning numismatist seeking a high-quality representative of this classic American gold type. CAC Certification: #130909824 confirms the coin's exceptional quality within its grade level.