#18 • 1895 United States of America Liberty Twenty Dollars Gold Coin

Part of Gold and Silver Showcase (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $3,150.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $3,900-4,500 Origin: Philadelphia, United States Denomination: 20 Dollars Year: 1895 Mint: Philadelphia Grade/Condition: Believed to be Average Circulated - EF Metal: 90% gold and 10% copper Weight (+/- 0.2g): 33.4 grams Additional Description: The 1895 Liberty Head Twenty Dollar gold coin, often referred to as the Double Eagle, stands as a distinguished example of late 19th-century American coinage. Crafted primarily from 90% gold, this substantial coin weighs just over 33 grams, reflecting both significant intrinsic value and rich numismatic heritage. Designed by James B. Longacre, the Liberty Head series was minted from 1849 to 1907, marking an era of expansion and industrial growth in the United States. The obverse presents a finely detailed profile of Lady Liberty adorned with a coronet inscribed with the word “LIBERTY,” encircled by thirteen stars representing the original colonies, with the year 1895 positioned beneath. On the reverse, the powerful heraldic eagle spreads its wings, clutching arrows and an olive branch, symbols of readiness and peace. Above, the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST” offers a spiritual touch, a design element added to the coin starting in 1866.