1865 Liberty Head Double Eagle. AU-50 (NGC).Subtle pinkish suggestions accent the medium-gold complexion of this pleasing AU example. The luster is uniform and satiny throughout the protected regions, accompanied by traces of deeper russet patina at the lower reverse border. The final Philadelphia Mint double eagle of the Type I Liberty Head design, the 1865 is a scarce to rare issue in all grades. Most of the 351,175 circulation strikes produced were exported, and few have been repatriated over the years. This piece is finer than the typically offered survivor in VF or EF.From the Soberman Collection.
