1864-S $20 MS(PCGS#8942)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Auktionator

Stack's Bowers

Losnummer

2289

Erhaltungsgrad

AU53

Preis

2.160

Losbeschreibung

1864-S Liberty Head Double Eagle. AU-53 (PCGS). Pretty champagne-pink highlights blend with dominant deep gold patina on both sides of this lustrous AU example. Historically survivors of this 793,660-piece issue were readily obtainable only in VF or EF grades, the occasional AU coming to market at widely spaced intervals. Mint State coins were virtually unknown. During the 1990s, however, the discovery and salvage of the wreck of the S.S. Brother Jonathansignificantly altered the high grade rarity of the 1864-S. Lost at sea on January 30, 1865 while trying to return to harbor in Crescent City, California during an abortive trip north to Oregon, the ship sank with more than 1,000 gold coins on board, most of which were Mint State 1865-S double eagles. One hundred and eight examples of the 1864-S were also included in this treasure, many of which have since been certified AU or Mint State. We stress, however, that the appearance of this coin is far richer and more original that than seen in the typical Brother Jonathanexample. Certainly a fleeting bidding opportunity for the discerning double eagle enthusiast. PCGS# 8942. NGC ID: 269T. Click here for certification details from PCGS.