1857-S $20 Spiked Shield S.S. Central America #2 (with Pinch) MS(PCGS#670713)
1857-S $20 Spiked Shield S.S. Central America #2 (with Pinch) MS (PCGS#670713)
Summer 2026 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins
- Auctioneer
- Stack's Bowers
- Lot Number
- 5469
- Grade
- MS62
- Price
- 7,930
- Lot Description
- This attractive Mint State coin is sharply defined overall with abundant mint frost. Light golden-wheat in color with a splash of pale pinkish-rose that adds even further appeal. Housed in a special large size PCGS holder that also includes one pinch of California gold dust. The back of the PCGS insert features the signature of Bob Evans, chief scientist and historian of the SS <em>Central America</em> treasure. Under Evans' signature is the note: "I certify this coin and gold dust were recovered from the S.S. Central America."