Liberty Double Eagles 1861-O $20 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. The

Liberty Double Eagles
1861-O $20 AU55 NGC. Variety 1. The 1861-O is famous for being the final New Orleans double eagle until 1879 and for having been struck under the authority of three different governments. This piece features a weak date and lacks the die crack typically associated with the Confederate products. Bright yellow-gold surfaces exhibit a bit of use, including light rub and peppered marks. However, these imperfections are relatively minor when one considers the ultimate rarity of the issue. Only 17,741 coins were minted and perhaps 150-175 examples are extant per Doug Winter. Census: 16 in 55 (1 in 55★), 20 finer (11/23).

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