coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ American Liberty Gold \ 1879
The United States $20 gold coin, commonly known as the Double Eagle, was first minted in 1849 and was officially designed by engraver James B. Longacre. The 1879 $20 Double Eagle features the iconic Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle in flight on the reverse. The American Liberty Gold coin celebrates the themes of freedom and prosperity, and the 1879 issue is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and gold content. This coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 33.44 grams.
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1879 $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879 $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879-CC $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1879 | Carson City |
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1879-O $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1879 | New Orleans |
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1879-S $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | American Liberty Gold | 1879 | San Francisco |