coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Liberty Gold Type 2 \ 1872 \ Carson City
The 1872 $20 Liberty Gold Coin, Type 2, is a significant collectible coin from the United States Mint, specifically produced in Carson City. This coin features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' design, showcasing a Liberty figure striding confidently on the obverse, with a heraldic eagle on the reverse. As part of the Liberty Head series, it is valued for its historical significance, gold content, and relative scarcity, particularly from the Carson City Mint, which adds to its desirability among collectors. The coin's composition consists of 90% gold and 10% alloy, weighing approximately 33.44 grams.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1872-CC $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Liberty Gold Type 2 | 1872 | Carson City |