January Jewels: Fine Art & Luxury Goods
Tue, Jan 23, 2024 11:00AM EST
Lot 293
1894 S $20 Gold Liberty Head Double Eagle
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $25,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $100,000 |
One 1894-S twenty dollar gold coin featuring on the obverse the bust of Lady Liberty encircled by 13 stars with the year below her head. The reverse depicts a spread-winged eagle with a halo of stars that surrounded "IN GOD WE TRUST" and further surrounded by "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TWENTY DOLLARS".
Designed by James Barton Longacre (American, 1794-1869). Longacre was the fourth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint until his death. His design and the production of the first double eagle coins coincided with the 1849 California Gold Rush. This design was the precursor for the $20 Saint-Gaudens double eagle.
Diameter: 34.21 mm. Weight: 33.30 grams.
Some marks throughout associated with use. Some rubbing. This coin has not been professionally graded. This coin likely has signs of wear or use associated with circulated currencies that are not mentioned in this report as we are not professional coin graders. We strongly suggest inspecting the coins prior to purchase.
Designed by James Barton Longacre (American, 1794-1869). Longacre was the fourth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint until his death. His design and the production of the first double eagle coins coincided with the 1849 California Gold Rush. This design was the precursor for the $20 Saint-Gaudens double eagle.
Diameter: 34.21 mm. Weight: 33.30 grams.
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