1857-S $20 Bold S S.S. Central America #2 (with Pinch) MS(PCGS#670715)

1857-S $20 Bold S S.S. Central America #2 (with Pinch) MS (PCGS#670715)

June 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Lot Description: This is an exceptional example of the popular 1857-S Liberty Head double eagle. The finish is satin to softly frosted with faint traces of semi-reflectivity in the fields, providing a slight contrast with the design elements. Fully struck and displaying rich, vivid color on each side. A simply gorgeous example of this historic issue that will certainly elicit strong bids from a wide variety of collectors. This coin is 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. <em>Central America</em>."