The 1875-S Liberty Double Eagle stands out as a key issue from the San Francisco Mint in the 1870s. With a total production of around 1.23 million coins, it represents one of the higher outputs for the series during that decade. This volume reflects the continued flow of gold from the western United States, especially from the productive Comstock Lode in Nevada. Right now, 1875-S Pre-33 $20 Liberty Double Eagle Gold Coins are available at Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a plastic flip!
• 26th issue of Liberty Double Eagles!
• Declared mintage of 1,230,000 coins from the San Francisco Mint!
• Extremely Fine specimen!
• Contains .9675 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Bears a face value of $20 (USD) backed by the federal government.
• The obverse features a portrait of Lady Liberty.
• On the reverse is the Great Seal of the United States.
• Type II reverse visuals.
• S mint mark from the San Francisco Mint.

Each 1875-S Pre-33 $20 Liberty Double Eagle Gold Coin available here is offered in Extremely Fine condition and will arrive in a protective plastic flip. Coins in this grade are usually scored between 40 and 45 on the Sheldon Scale, showing some wear on the highest points of the design, along with possible remnants of mint luster.

Obverse

The obverse side of the 1875-S $20 Liberty Double Eagle Coin showcases Lady Liberty in profile. Designed by James B. Longacre in 1849, the image reflects a similar style to earlier Liberty depictions by Christian Gobrecht. Liberty is shown facing left, wearing a coronet crown engraved with the word LIBERTY. Inscriptions read LIBERTY and 1875.

Reverse

On the reverse of 1875-S Pre-33 Liberty Double Eagle Gold Coins, youll find the Great Seal of the United States. A bald eagle appears with its wings spread and a shield at its chest. The eagle holds arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other, symbols of the nations balance of strength and peace. Inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, IN GOD WE TRUST, TWENTY D., and the S mint mark.

History

A large number of 1875-S Double Eagles were used in international trade, resulting in the circulation marks seen on many surviving examples. These coins display the Type II reverse, which was used from 1866 through 1876. This version includes the motto IN GOD WE TRUST and identifies the denomination as TWENTY D, a change from the earlier Type I coins.

Ordering

If youd like to learn more about Pre-33 gold coins, feel free to reach out. Provident Metals customer service is available at 1-800-313-3315, by web chat, or via email.