Lot 27
1904 $20 Liberty
PCGS 65
Starting bid
$4,375
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 65
- Certificate
- 08807426
- Denomination
- $20
- Year
- 1904
- Series
- Liberty Double Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1904 Liberty Head Double Eagle - PCGS MS65. A magnificent gem-quality example of the classic *Liberty Head Double Eagle* from the Philadelphia Mint, representing the pinnacle of early 20th-century American gold coinage. This 1904 $20 gold piece exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship of the Longacre design, beautifully preserved in Choice Uncirculated condition. The coin displays exceptional mint state preservation, with sharp, lustrous surfaces that showcase the intricate design details characteristic of the Liberty Head series. Struck during a prolific year for gold coin production, this piece represents one of the most readily available dates in the Liberty Double Eagle series, with a substantial original mintage of 6,256,699 pieces. The PCGS MS65 grade confirms its superior quality, placing it among the top-tier examples of this iconic numismatic issue. Technical Specifications: - Denomination: $20 Double Eagle. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Metal Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - Weight: 33.4 grams. - Diameter: 34mm. - Designer: James Barton Longacre. Population Data: - Total Graded: 6,478. - Higher Grades: 774 pieces. - PCGS Certification: #08807426. An exceptional type coin for the serious gold coin collector, offering both historical significance and remarkable preservation. The 1904 Double Eagle represents a pivotal moment in American numismatic history, capturing the economic prosperity of the early 20th century in a stunning gold specimen.
