The value of an 1893 twenty-dollar gold coin (Liberty Head Double Eagle) varies depending on its condition (grade) and the mint where it was struck.
- 1893-P (Philadelphia mint) Liberty Head Double Eagles:
– Circulated condition: Value ranges from $3400 to $3525.
– Uncirculated condition (Mint State – MS):
– MS-62 : Can be found around $3,842.65.
– MS-63 : Can be found around $5,040.
– MS-64 : Valued around $6,500.
– Pristine, uncirculated examples can sell for as much as $65,000.
- 1893-CC (Carson City mint) Liberty Head Double Eagles:
– Circulated condition: Worth between $3375 and $13500, according to the NGC price guide as of August 2025.
– Uncirculated condition:
– AlmostUnc-50 : Worth around $8,255.
– MS-62 : Can be found around $32,499.99.
– MS-64 : Valued around $101,250.
– Pristine, uncirculated examples can sell for as much as $100,000.
- 1893-S (San Francisco mint) Liberty Head Double Eagles:
– Circulated condition: Value ranges from $3400 and $3500.
– Uncirculated condition:
– MS-63 : Can be found around $4,000.
– Pristine, uncirculated examples can sell for as much as $45,000.
The melt value of an 1893 Liberty Head $20 gold coin is approximately $3228.20, based on the gold spot price as of August 15, 2025. This value is the intrinsic value of the gold content, separate from its numismatic (collector’s) value.
- The [Liberty Head $20 Gold Double Eagle] was designed by James B. Longacre and minted from 1849 to 1907.
- These coins contain 0.9613 ounces of gold, weigh 33.44 grams, and have a diameter of 34 millimeters.
- The mintage figures for 1893 were over 1.3 million across the three mints (Philadelphia, Carson City, and San Francisco), with San Francisco striking the most coins that year.
- Proof coins, specially struck for collectors, were produced in very limited quantities (59) and can fetch significantly higher prices.
Note: Prices for rare coins can fluctuate based on market conditions, specific coin characteristics, and the grading service’s assessment. Always consult a reputable coin dealer or numismatic expert for a precise valuation of a specific coin.
How to identify a genuine $20 gold coin?
Check for tool marks.
Look for unusually weak details.
Counterfeits often have luster that is dissimilar to genuine examples. Study the luster on genuine examples to get a sense of what the luster should look like.
A “stock edge” was often used by counterfeiters to produce multiple dates.
How much is a 1890 $20 gold coin worth?
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of August 2025, a Liberty Head from 1890 in circulated condition is worth between $3400 and $3475. However, on the open market 1890 S Double Eagles in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $77500.