This 1868-S $20 Liberty Double Eagle has been certified and graded by PCGS as AU50 . PCGS's encapsulation protects the coins AU50 Condition. Designed by James B. Longacre, the Liberty Head Double Eagle is one of the most historically significant gold coins in United States numismatics. First introduced in the mid-19th century, the series played a major role in American commerce during a transformative period of economic growth and westward expansion.

Struck in .900 fine gold, Liberty Head Double Eagles are prized today for their classic design, substantial gold content, and surviving scarcity relative to original mintages. Coins bearing the "In God We Trust" motto, introduced during the Civil War era, carry additional historical importance and collector interest.

Today, Liberty Head Double Eagles are highly sought after by collectors who value Pre-1933 U.S. gold, offering a tangible connection to American history and one of the most enduring designs of classic U.S. coinage.

Coin Specifications:

• Series: Liberty Head Double Eagle
• Gold Content: 0.9675 Troy Ounce of Gold
• Designer: Designer: James B. Longacre
• Obverse: Profile of Liberty facing left, encircled by 13 stars with the word "Liberty" on her hair band.
• Reverse: Heraldic eagle with a shield on its breast with thirteen stars above. Surrounding the eagle is "United States of America" and the denomination.
• Edge Type: Reeded
• Mint/Mint Mark: Carson City (CC), Denver (D), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S) and Philadelphia Mint (No Mint Mark).
• Brand: U.S. Mint

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