$20 Liberty Double Eagle (Cleaned/Jewelry Grade)

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Design and Specifications

The $20 Liberty Double Eagle is a classic American gold coin minted between 1850 and 1907. Known for its iconic design by James B. Longacre, it features Lady Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle with a shield on the reverse.

• Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
• Diameter: 34 mm
• Weight: 33.436 grams
• Gold Content: 0.9675 troy ounces
• Edge: Reeded

Mint Marks and Varieties

The $20 Liberty Double Eagle was minted at several U.S. Mint facilities, each identifiable by a mint mark. These mint marks can significantly impact the coin's value, particularly in cleaned or jewelry-grade conditions.

• No Mint Mark: Philadelphia Mint
• S: San Francisco Mint
• O: New Orleans Mint
• CC: Carson City Mint
• D: Denver Mint (only in 1906 and 1907)

Various Grades and Values

While cleaned or jewelry-grade coins typically have diminished numismatic value, they still carry intrinsic value based on their gold content. Below is a table outlining potential values based on the coin's condition:

Condition	Value (USD)
Good	$1,500 - $1,750
Fine	$1,750 - $2,000
Extremely Fine	$2,000 - $2,500
About Uncirculated	$2,500 - $3,000
Brilliant Uncirculated (Mint State)	$3,000+

Note: Values can vary based on the mintage year and mint mark. Coins in cleaned/jewelry-grade condition typically sell closer to their melt value.

Collectible Varieties

Certain mintage years and mint marks are more desirable, even in lower conditions, due to their rarity:

• 1854-O: $2,500 - $4,500
• 1870-CC: $15,000 - $25,000
• 1885: $3,000 - $5,000
• 1891-CC: $10,000 - $15,000

These values are for cleaned/jewelry-grade coins, which are typically valued for their gold content and historic significance rather than pristine condition.