1898-S $20

Description

# 1898-S Liberty Head Double Eagle - PCGS MS64. An exceptional San Francisco Mint Liberty Head Double Eagle from the late 19th century, representing a classic era of American gold coinage. Struck during a period of robust economic expansion, this $20 gold piece showcases the iconic design by James Barton Longacre with remarkable preservation. Graded PCGS MS64, this specimen offers superior eye appeal and exceptional technical quality. The coin exhibits sharp mint state details with minimal marks, characteristic of a high-grade example from the substantial 1898-S mintage of 2,575,175 pieces. The San Francisco mint produced this coin during a pivotal moment in American monetary history, when gold coins were a critical component of the nation's financial infrastructure. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, this *Liberty Head Double Eagle* weighs 33.4 grams and measures 34mm in diameter. The coin features a reeded edge and displays excellent luster and strike quality. With a population of 315 coins at this grade level and 2,088 total graded, this example represents a solid representative of a relatively common yet historically significant issue. Numismatic Highlights: - Mint: San Francisco. - Year: 1898. - Grading Service: PCGS. - Grade: MS64. - PCGS Certification: 41850210. - Estimated Market Value: $4,250. A highly collectible and accessible example of a classic American gold coin, ideal for both advanced collectors and those building a representative type set of late 19th-century coinage.