1873-S $20 OPEN 3

Description

# 1873-S Liberty Head Double Eagle, Open 3 Variety. ## PCGS MS-60 | San Francisco Mint. A remarkable Liberty Head Double Eagle from the historic San Francisco Mint, featuring the scarce Open 3 Variety. This *pre-1933 gold coin* represents a significant numismatic treasure from the late 19th-century American gold coinage era. Struck during a pivotal period in U.S. monetary history, this 1873-S Open 3 Double Eagle exhibits the distinctive Open 3 characteristic, a nuanced variety that distinguishes it from its Closed 3 counterpart. With a mintage of only 1,040,600 pieces, this coin represents a relatively limited production run from the San Francisco Mint. The Open 3 variety is approximately three times scarcer than the Closed 3, making this specimen particularly desirable for advanced collectors. Graded PCGS MS-60, the coin displays commendable preservation for its age. The Open 3 variety is identifiable by the distinctive ball of the numeral 3, which appears large enough to potentially pass through the loop—a subtle but crucial diagnostic for serious numismatists. With only 102 specimens graded higher, this example represents a significant opportunity for collectors seeking a rare and historically important gold coin. Technical Specifications: - *Denomination*: $20 Double Eagle. - *Mint*: San Francisco. - *Year*: 1873. - *Designer*: James Barton Longacre. - *Composition*: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - *Weight*: 33.4g. - *Diameter*: 34mm. - *Edge*: Reeded. Provenance and Rarity: - PCGS Certification: #50475644. - Total Graded: 65. - Higher Grades: 102