1864 Liberty Head Double Eagle. AU-55 (NGC).As the Civil War dragged into yet another year, coinage of double eagles remained low in Philadelphia during 1864, with just 204,235 pieces coined for general circulation. Most of these disappeared long ago, melted into more current gold coins, keeping with the tradition of recycling coins through the ages. The present example has plenty of luster remaining and the surfaces are well above average in preservation. Classic golden-orange and pale olive colors adorn boldly defined features. Sure to elicit strong bids from double eagle enthusiasts and specialists in Civil War era coinage.PCGS# 8941. NGC ID: 269S.
