The $20 Double Eagle is one of the most iconic coins in U.S. history, first issued in 1850 by the United States Mint. Known for being the largest gold denomination ever circulated, this coin featured just two major designs during its 84 years of production. The Liberty Head design, introduced in 1850, remained in use for 58 years. Right now, 1904 Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle Coins are available from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Ships in a protective plastic slab!
• 55th release in the Liberty Double Eagle Series!
• Total mintage in 1904 exceeded 11.3 million coins!
• Limited availability of certified MS62 specimens!
• Contains .9675 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• The face value of $20 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• Coins are certified Mint State 62 by PCGS or NGC.
• Features Libertys portrait on the obverse.
• The Great Seal of the United States appears on the reverse.
• Grading company and slab labels may vary.

Each 1904 Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle in this listing is graded Mint State 62 and comes sealed in a protective slab. MS62 coins typically show minor imperfections, including groups of small contact marks, some larger blemishes in prominent areas, and visible hairlines. The specific coin you receive will be randomly selected and certified by either PCGS or NGC, with varying slab labels and designs.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 1904 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle, youll see James B. Longacres portrait of Lady Liberty. This left-profile design shows Liberty wearing a coronet crown, with 13 stars overhead and the date below.

Reverse

The reverse of the coin features the Type III design of the Liberty Double Eagle. This side depicts an American bald eagle with the national shield on its chest, clutching arrows and an olive branch. Above the eagle is the national motto “IN GOD WE TRUST,” with “TWENTY DOLLARS” inscribed below, replacing the earlier “Twenty D” denomination seen in prior designs.

History

The 1904 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle is a significant issue in this historic series. Coins were struck that year at the Philadelphia and San Francisco Mints, with production totals of 6.256 million and 5.134 million coins, respectively. These numbers make 1904 the highest-mintage year for the Liberty Head design and include the highest individual outputs from both mints in the series.

Ordering

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