The 1863 $20 Liberty Gold coin is part of the Liberty Head series, which was minted from 1849 to 1907. This coin features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. As a gold coin, it contains 0.9675 troy ounces of fine gold and is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and gold content. The 1863 date falls during the American Civil War, making it particularly interesting for both numismatists and historians.