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1 oz Gold 1849 Pattern Double Eagle Smithsonian Collection NGC Gem Proof UCAM
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1 oz Gold 1849 Pattern Double Eagle Smithsonian Collection NGC Gem Proof UCAM
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Celebrate a legendary chapter in American numismatic history with the 1 oz Gold 1849 Pattern Double Eagle Smithsonian Collection NGC Gem Proof UCAM. Inspired by the original 1849 Double Eagle pattern designed by James B. Longacre, this privately issued gold tribute recreates an important early design from the history of American $20 gold coinage. Struck from 1 troy oz of .999 fine gold, this collectible features a brilliant Proof finish and professional certification by Numismatic Guaranty Company. Its Ultra Cameo designation and connection to the Smithsonian Collection make it a distinctive addition for collectors of historical American gold designs.
The discovery of gold in California in 1848 transformed the American economy, creating demand for larger gold denominations capable of accommodating the nation's expanding gold supply. In response, Congress authorized the $20 Double Eagle denomination in 1849, marking an important milestone in United States coinage.
Chief Engraver James Barton Longacre developed the original Double Eagle design, featuring Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. An extremely rare 1849 pattern was produced before regular Double Eagle coinage began in 1850.
As part of the Smithsonian Collection, this privately issued gold piece celebrates the historical importance of the 1849 Double Eagle pattern. It is a modern tribute rather than an original 1849 U.S. Mint coin or legal-tender Double Eagle.
Product Features:
- Graded as Gem Proof UCAM by NGC
- Limited mintage of 500
- Made from .999 pure gold with a weight of 1 troy ounce
- Proof finish
- Coin arrives in an official NGC holder
- Obverse: Features leftward facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a pearl-studded Coronet with “LIBERTY” inscribed on it. Encircled by 13 stars to represent the 13 original colonies of US. Year of mintage at bottom. A design by James B Longacre.
- Reverse: Depicts a heraldic eagle with a shield on its breast and holding olive branches and arrows in its talons, design inspired from the Great Seal of the United States. Inscriptions: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “DOUBLE EAGLE.”
Why Own the 1849 Pattern Double Eagle Gold Tribute?
- Historic Design Inspiration: Recreates artwork associated with the earliest U.S. Double Eagle pattern.
- Smithsonian Collection Connection: Celebrates an important design preserved in the National Numismatic Collection.
- Ultra Cameo Finish: Features exceptional contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields.
- Classic American Artwork: Highlights James B. Longacre's influential nineteenth-century coin designs.
- Distinctive Collectability: Appeals to enthusiasts of American gold history, pattern coinage, and privately issued commemorative pieces.
Bring a piece of American numismatic heritage into your collection with the 1 oz Gold 1849 Pattern Double Eagle Smithsonian Collection NGC Gem Proof UCAM. Combining historic design, fine gold content, and professional certification, this collectible is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of classic American coinage. Before making your purchase, be sure to check the latest spot price of gold to stay informed about current market trends. Explore our selection of premium gold coins and secure this remarkable tribute to American coinage history today.
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