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Lot 137

1868 $20

CAC 58

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Grade
CAC 58
Certificate
234230867
Denomination
$20
Year
1868
Series
Liberty Double Eagles
Metal
GOLD
Country

Description

# 1868 Liberty Head Double Eagle - CAC MS-58. A stunning example of mid-19th century American gold coinage, this 1868 Liberty Head Double Eagle represents a pivotal moment in United States monetary history. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this *$20 gold piece* showcases the iconic Liberty Head design by James B. Longacre with exceptional preservation and eye-appeal. The coin exhibits remarkable mint state preservation, with sharp, well-defined design elements and minimal signs of circulation. Brilliant golden-yellow surfaces display subtle mint luster and exceptional eye appeal for the assigned grade. The CAC certification (Certificate #234230867) confirms the coin's superior quality within its grade level, representing a significant offering for the discerning numismatist. Key Details: - Mint: San Francisco. - Denomination: $20 Double Eagle. - Metal: *90% Gold*. - Grade: MS-58 CAC. - Year of Issue: 1868. - Designer: James B. Longacre. Rare and desirable, this pre-1933 gold coin offers collectors an opportunity to acquire a beautifully preserved piece of American monetary heritage. The 1868 issue represents a relatively low mintage year, making this CAC-certified specimen particularly noteworthy for advanced numismatists and gold coin specialists.