coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Liberty Gold Type 3 \ 1885 \ San Francisco
The 1885 $20 Liberty Gold Coin, Type 3, is a notable collectible from the United States Mint, specifically produced in San Francisco. This type features a distinguished design by engraver Augustus Saint-Gaudens and is characterized by its Liberty head on the obverse and an eagle in flight on the reverse. The Type 3 variant was minted from 1877 to 1907 and consists of 90% gold and 10% alloy, weighing approximately 33.44 grams with a diameter of 34 mm. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance and gold content, with the 1885 San Francisco edition being particularly sought after due to its lower mintage compared to other years.