1863 Liberty Head Double Eagle. AU-55 (NGC). CAC.This is an uncommonly well preserved, visually appealing example of a highly elusive Type I Liberty Head double eagle issue. Ample satin luster persists, the surfaces further adorned with handsome orange-gold patina. Overall sharply defined with strong eye appeal, this piece is sure to have no difficulty finding its way into an advanced collection of classic U.S. gold coinage. The 1863 mirrors the 1862 in terms of both production and rarity, with few circulation strikes delivered and only a limited number of examples repatriated from foreign bank hoards. No more than 300 or so coins are believed extant from a mintage of 142,790 pieces, the typical survivor grading VF or EF. In Choice AU the present example is scarce from a condition standpoint, and with few Mint State coins known quality conscious double eagle enthusiasts would be wise to pursue this offering with vigor.
