1851-O $20 MS(PCGS#8905)

Summer 2026 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2481

Grade

MS60

Price

18,300

Lot Description

A desirable Uncirculated example from this early double eagle issue. The surfaces are dressed in warm olive-honey gold color with considerable semi-reflective luster flooding the fields and the intricacies of the devices. Generally minor marks are scattered about to help explain the BU assessment from NGC, but the eye appeal remains strong for he assigned grade.<p>Writing in the 2004 reference <em>A Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins</em>, Q. David Bowers asserts that only six to 10 Uncirculated 1851-O double eagles are extant. However, recent finds in Europe and elsewhere have increased the total, but to a very limited extent. We believe that the current Mint State population of this issue is on the order of 25 to 30 unique coins, a paltry total that highlights the significance of this offering for the advanced gold enthusiast. Just 13 coins have been certified finer by NGC.