$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head Type II - Extra Fine XF (Random Year, 1866-1876)
### **$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head Type II - Extra Fine XF (Random Year, 1866-1876)** The **$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head Type II** is a significant piece of American history, struck from .900 fine gold between 1866 and 1876. Designed by James B. Longacre, this coin features the classic Liberty Head obverse and an updated reverse with the addition of the "In God We Trust" motto. In Extra Fine (XF) condition, this coin retains strong detail while offering an excellent balance of historical value and affordability. The Type II [**Gold Double Eagle**](file:///buy-gold/pre-1933/gold-liberty-head/20-double-eagles%3Fin_stock_only=1&perPage=72&order=price&dir=ASC&currentPage=1) was introduced in 1866, following the Civil War. This version of the Liberty Head design marked the first appearance of the "In God We Trust" motto on the $20 denomination, reflecting the nation's growing religious sentiment. Struck at multiple mints, including Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Carson City, these coins were essential for trade and economic growth during America’s Reconstruction era. In 1877, the Type II was replaced by the [**Type III**](file:///1-gold-indian-princess-head-type-3-cleaned-random-year-1856-1889) design, making this series a distinct and collectible part of U.S. coinage history. **Coin Features:** - Contains .9675 troy ounce of .900 pure gold - Type II (With Motto “IN GOD WE TRUST”) Polished or Cleaned Condition - Extra Fine (XF) Condition - Face Value: $20 USD - Minted from 1866-1876, dates and mint marks will be chosen randomly based on availability - U.S. Mint issue from the following mints: Philadelphia, New Orleans, and San Francisco - Individual coins will be shipped in protective plastic flips. Higher numbers will be packed safely for shipping - **Obverse:** A design by James B Longacre, depicts leftward facing Lady Liberty wearing a pearl-studded Coronet with “LIBERTY” inscribed on it. Encircled by 13 stars to represent the 13 original colonies of the US. At the bottom is the year of mintage. - **Reverse:** Features a heraldic eagle with an ornate shield on its breast and holding olive branches and arrows in its talons, a design inspired by the Great Seal of United States. 13 stars form a halo over the eagle’s head inside which is the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST.” Inscriptions – “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “TWENTY D.” Ribbons are inscribed, “E PLURIBUS” on the left and “UNUM” on the right. Add a piece of American gold history to your collection with the **$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head Type II – Extra Fine (XF)**. Order today at Bullion Exchanges and own a classic example of [**pre-1933 U.S. gold**](file:///buy-gold/pre-1933)coinageLike all of our other products, this gold coin is 100% authentic. Item will be wrapped and packaged safe for delivery. **You may also like:** - [**1909 S $20 Gold Saint Gaudens Double Eagle Coin PCGS MS 63 OGH**](file:///1909-s-20-gold-saint-gaudens-double-eagle-coin-pcgs-ms-63-ogh) - [**$10 Liberty Head Gold Eagle NGC MS 60 (Random Year)**](file:///10-liberty-head-gold-eagle-ngc-ms-60-random-year) - [**1910-S $10 Indian Head Gold Eagle Coin NGC MS 62**](file:///1910-s-10-indian-head-gold-eagle-coin-ngc-ms-62)