1866 Liberty Head Double Eagle. FS-801. Doubled Die Reverse. AU-55 (PCGS).An uncommonly well produced coin in a circulation strike Type II Liberty Head double eagle, both sides of this minimally worn example exhibit sharp to full definition throughout the design. Lustrous with handsome honey-orange patina, this is an attractively original and technically superior Choice AU that is sure to sell for a strong premium. The diagnostic of the 1866 FS-801 variety is prominent doubling to the letter N in the motto IN GOD WE TRUST. This Doubled Die Reverse was created when a die received its initial hubbing from a small letters hub and a second hubbing from a large letters hub. The variety is well known to specialists and commands a premium in all circulated grades. Mint State examples are unknown as of this writing.From the Fairmont Collection.
