1903 Liberty Head Double Eagle. MS-66 (PCGS). Gold Shield Holder.A remarkable condition rarity in a late date Liberty Head double eagle, this coin really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Vivid rose-gold patina blankets surfaces that are temptingly close to pristine. Further adorned with softly frosted luster, razor sharp striking further enhances this coins already memorable appeal. The 1903 is one of the lower mintage circulation strike Liberty Head double eagles from the 20th century. Only 287,270 pieces were produced, equal to $5,745,400 in face value. Even so, tens of thousands of Uncirculated examples are thought to exist, the issue being one of the more popular in its series for high grade type purposes. On the other hand, most survivors grade no finer than Choice Uncirculated, and even solidly graded MS-65s are scarce when viewed in the wider context of the numismatic market. As a premium quality MS-66, the coin offered here is a decided condition rarity that would serve as a highlight in even the finest double eagle set.PCGS Population: 4; with a single MS-66+ finer.
