1854 (O) Liberty Head Double Eagle
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$603,750 AU55 10-01-2008 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1854 (O) Liberty Head Double Eagle is a Gold Double Eagle produced at the New Orleans Mint as part of the Liberty Head Double Eagles 1849-1907 series. With a mintage of 3,250, this is an extremely rare issue — the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only less than 1% of total production. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM surrounded by a glory of rays. Three-mint production established. The 1854-O large date is a notable variety. Struck at the New Orleans Mint, which operated from 1838 to 1909 and produced coins prized for their historical Southern provenance. Estimated market value ranges from $202K to $851K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 33.4 grams, 34 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #8912.
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