1952

1866-S $20 No Motto AU50 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint

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1866-S $20 No Motto AU50 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint
<B>1866-S $20 No Motto AU50 PCGS.</B></I> The San Francisco Mint was the only facility that coined No Motto double eagles in 1866, and this issue is noted as the last of its type and as a condition rarity. Garrett and Guth also note that the 1866-S No Motto is elusive in an absolute sense as well: "There are probably no more than 200 examples known in all grades." They further comment that "Extremely fine pieces are rare, and in About Uncirculated the issue is considered a major rarity."<BR> This modestly worn wheat-gold example exhibits considerable peripheral luster. Well struck overall, though the periphery, particularly the lower left stars, display softness. Minor, even wear affects the surfaces, as do a number of scattered abrasions. Visually appealing for the grade and a highly desirable example of this often-difficult issue. Population: 11 in 50, 18 finer (2/07).<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)