1904 $20 Liberty

Description

# 1904 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle PCGS MS65. The 1904 Liberty Head Double Eagle represents a quintessential example of early 20th-century American gold coinage, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the final years of James Barton Longacre's iconic design. This exceptional *MS65* specimen showcases the remarkable preservation and technical quality characteristic of the most desirable pre-1933 gold coins. Minted during a period of significant economic expansion, this $20 Liberty gold piece emerged from a substantial mintage of 6,256,699 pieces. The coin exhibits the classic Liberty Head design, featuring a beautifully rendered Liberty portrait on the obverse, surrounded by thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse displays the heraldic eagle, a powerful symbol of American national identity, rendered with extraordinary numismatic artistry. Graded by PCGS with certificate #08807426, this coin represents a premium example within the series. With only 775 coins graded at this level or higher out of 6,478 total submissions, this piece stands as a superior representative of its vintage. The 90% gold, 10% copper composition and 34mm diameter reflect the precise minting standards of the era, with a crisp reeded edge typical of high-quality gold coinage. Numismatic Highlights: - *PCGS MS65* grade. - Philadelphia Mint (no mintmark). - Exceptional preservation. - Highly collectible date. - Estimated price guide value: $5,500