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1873-S (Closed 3) PCGS AU-58 (Semi-Prooflike) $20 Liberty (Type 2) Double Eagle -- Doubled Stars &am
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I purchased this interesting 1873-S (Closed 3) PCGS AU-58 $20 Liberty (Type 2) Double Eagle in Heritage's recent FUN auction, because I like the apparent Semi-PL fields, as well as the doubled outline on the obverse stars (see large photos), and possibly doubling also on Miss Liberty's profile.
This apparent doubling (or re-engraving) of the obverse, I feel is more likely due to re-engraving or repunching of the stars to perhaps rejuvenate a worn late state die to extend its life to strike more $20 Liberties in San Francisco, which was not conveniently closely located near the main mint in Philadelphia where they would have had easier access to new dies.
I believe that if the obverse star doubling was attributable to strike, the stars would likely not be double outlined on all sides (as they apparently are) but would likely be shifted in one direction or the other.
I'd appreciate other forum members thoughts on the eye appeal and the variety of this interesting coin.
1873-S (Closed 3) PCGS AU-58 (Semi-Prooflike) $20 Liberty (Type 2) Double Eagle -- Doubled Stars & Profile
This apparent doubling (or re-engraving) of the obverse, I feel is more likely due to re-engraving or repunching of the stars to perhaps rejuvenate a worn late state die to extend its life to strike more $20 Liberties in San Francisco, which was not conveniently closely located near the main mint in Philadelphia where they would have had easier access to new dies.
I believe that if the obverse star doubling was attributable to strike, the stars would likely not be double outlined on all sides (as they apparently are) but would likely be shifted in one direction or the other.
I'd appreciate other forum members thoughts on the eye appeal and the variety of this interesting coin.
1873-S (Closed 3) PCGS AU-58 (Semi-Prooflike) $20 Liberty (Type 2) Double Eagle -- Doubled Stars & Profile
Stuart
Collect 18th & 19th Century US Type Coins, Silver Dollars, $20 Gold Double Eagles and World Crowns & Talers with High Eye Appeal
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Stuart
Collect 18th & 19th Century US Type Coins, Silver Dollars, $20 Gold Double Eagles and World Crowns & Talers with High Eye Appeal
"Luck is what happens when Preparation meets Opportunity"