1897-S Liberty Head Double Eagle. MS-64 (PCGS). CAC.Vivid deep orange patina blends with swirling mint luster, this beautiful coin also displaying sharp to full striking detail to virtually all design elements. The San Francisco Mint struck 1,470,250 double eagles in 1897, much of the bullion coming from the Klondike Gold Rush that began in mid-August 1896. Face value was $29,405,000. Much of this mintage was used in overseas transactions, repatriations from foreign bank hoards in recent decades resulting in a Mint State population of some 12,000 to 18,000+ coins. With most grading MS-60 through basal MS-63, this near-Gem example is sure to catch the eye of quality conscious double eagle enthusiasts.From the Fairmont Collection.
