coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Liberty Gold Type 1 \ 1850
The $20 Liberty Gold, also known as the Type 1, was minted in the United States from 1849 to 1907. The design features a profile of Liberty wearing a headband inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" on the obverse, while the reverse displays a majestic eagle with a shield. The 1850 issue is particularly notable as it was one of the early coins produced following the discovery of gold in California, contributing to the gold rush era. These coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 33.44 grams or 1.075 ounces of gold. Collectibility is influenced by factors such as rarity, condition, and historical significance.
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1850 $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Liberty Gold Type 1 | 1850 | Philadelphia |
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1850-O $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Liberty Gold Type 1 | 1850 | New Orleans |