coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ Liberty Double Eagles \ 1879 \ Philadelphia
The 1879 Liberty Head Double Eagle is a gold coin that was minted in the United States, specifically at the Philadelphia Mint. It features the iconic Liberty Head design on the obverse and an eagle with a shield on the reverse. As a twenty-dollar coin, it is made of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 33.44 grams. The Liberty Head series, which includes coins produced from 1849 to 1907, is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and gold content. The 1879 issue is particularly notable within this series, contributing to its value in the numismatic market.
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1879 | Philadelphia |