coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Liberty Gold \ 1859
The 1859 $20 Liberty Gold coin, part of the United States' Liberty Head series, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre. It contains 0.9675 troy ounces of pure gold and is minted in 90% gold and 10% alloy. This coin's obverse displays Lady Liberty facing left, while the reverse features a heraldic eagle with a shield. The 1859 issue is notable for its historical significance and appeal among collectors, contributing to its value in the numismatic market.
