coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ Liberty Double Eagles \ 1851
The Liberty Head Double Eagle, a twenty-dollar gold coin, was minted in the United States from 1849 to 1909, showcasing the iconic Liberty Head design created by engraver James B. Longacre. The 1851 Liberty Head Double Eagle features a classic obverse portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a coronet, and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with a shield. This coin consists of 33.44 grams of gold and is a significant piece for collectors due to its historical context and aesthetic appeal, representing wealth and prosperity in the mid-19th century.
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1851-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1851 | New Orleans |
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1851-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1851 | Philadelphia |