coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ Liberty Double Eagles \ 1897 \ San Francisco
The Liberty Head Double Eagle is a $20 gold coin minted by the United States from 1849 to 1907, featuring a prominent depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The 1897 San Francisco Mint issue is particularly collectible, as San Francisco was one of the primary facilities for minting these coins during that era. The coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 33.44 grams and measuring 34 mm in diameter. Collectors value the 1897 Liberty Head Double Eagle for its historical significance, gold content, and relative rarity, particularly in high-grade condition.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1897-S (San Francisco) Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | Liberty Head Double Eagles $20 | 1897 | San Francisco |