Liberty Double Eagle
1853 Liberty Double Eagle (type-1)
$20·Mint: P (Philadelphia)·90% gold·Mintage: 1,261,326
Circ. from
$4,430
Gem uncirc.
$62,500
Melt floor
$2273.63
0.9675 oz × $2350/oz
Price estimates — not financial advice. Values are based on published price guides and recent sales data. Coin grade dramatically affects value. Always verify with a trusted dealer or third-party grading service before buying or selling.
Price by Grade
| Grade | Quality | Est. Value |
|---|---|---|
| MS-60 | Mint State | $6,750 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated | $37,500 |
| MS-65 | Gem Uncirculated | $62,500 |
| About Uncirculated-50 | About Uncirculated | $4,430 |
| Extremely Fine-40 | Extremely Fine | $4,410 |
| Very Fine-20 | Very Fine | $4,390 |
Source: published price guides (USA Coin Book / PCGS). Values are estimates and may not reflect current market conditions.
Melt floor: Prices include intrinsic metal value (0.9675 oz gold). Marked grades are worth more melted than as collector coins.
Historical Context
Historical context for the 1853 Liberty Double Eagle (type-1) is being researched.
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