coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ Liberty Double Eagles \ 1859 \ New Orleans
The Liberty Head Double Eagle is a gold coin minted by the United States from 1849 to 1906, with a denomination of twenty dollars. The 1859 Liberty Head Double Eagle specifically denotes coins minted at the New Orleans Mint. These coins feature the iconic design by engraver Augustus Saint-Gaudens, showcasing Lady Liberty on the obverse and a majestic eagle on the reverse. The 1859 variety is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and relative rarity compared to other dates in the series.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1859-O (New Orleans) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1859 | New Orleans |