Lot 4756
1851 $20 Liberty. PCGS graded MS-63. Well struck with intense frosty mint luster. In fact, the trosty gold patina twinkles over both sides. From the luster, we next take stock of the details of the design of this impressive Type 1 $20 gold piece. Given the proper amount of strike pressure, the coin was fully brought up by the dies. Each star shows its radial lines (although a couple of stars at the right are slightly flat). Liberty's hair waves impress us with their fine detail. And the coronet, inscribed LIBERTY in raised letters, is crisply defined as well, including all 13 pearls that line its edge. The highly ornate reverse gets similar kudos for its bold relief and glowing luster. All in all, a gorgeous specimen for the advanced collector. Pop 11; 2 in 11 (PCGS # 8904) .
Estimated Value $15,000 - 16,000.
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