Introducing one of the most renowned coins in American history: the Gold Double Eagle. This $20 (USD) circulation coin made its debut right after the California Gold Rush. A significant part of the broader US Eagle denomination, the Gold Double Eagle held the highest face value within the group. Now, you can find Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle Coins with the Type 2 design available for purchase on BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Securely housed in a protective plastic flip for safekeeping!
• Features the Type 2 design used from 1866 to 1876!
• Offered in About Uncirculated condition for a remarkable quality!
• Contains .9675 Troy oz of real gold content.
• Backed by the full faith of the US government with a face value of $20 (USD).
• Displays a bust of Lady Liberty on the obverse side.
• Showcases the Great Seal of the United States on the reverse side.
• Please note that date marks may vary or match if you buy more than one.

Pre-33 Liberty Gold Double Eagle Coins underwent three distinct reverse design iterations. All coins featured the Great Seal of the United States, with differences lying in the engravings on the reverse. The Type 2 design emerged in the aftermath of the US Civil War and had the shortest lifespan among the three, circulating for only a decade.

All these Pre-33 $20 Liberty Gold Double Coins are offered in About Uncirculated condition. Generally, coins in this state align with a grade ranging from 50-58 on the Sheldon scale. AU coins exhibit extremely light or negligible friction on the highest relief points, coupled with medium to near-full mint luster.

The obverse of Pre-33 Liberty Gold Double Eagles showcases a left-facing profile of Lady Liberty. Designed by James B. Longacre in 1849, this depiction captures Liberty donning a coronet crown, encircled by a ring of 13 stars.

Turning to the reverse of the Pre-33 $20 Gold Double Eagle, you’ll encounter the Great Seal of the United States. This rendition of the heraldic eagle presents the bald eagle in a forward-facing stance, bearing the US national shield on its chest. The eagle clutches the arrows of war and the olive branch of peace. In the Type 2 design, a notable addition is the phrase “IN GOD WE TRUST” within the circle of stars positioned above the eagle’s head. This addition came about after the Civil War, aiming to foster national unity.

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