DOUBLE EAGLE 1866-1876 Coronet, With Motto - More Details

By this period, as evidenced by the number of coins produced in any given year, the Double Eagle was an extremely popular coin. Yet, few, as evidenced by the scant number of proof coins struck, were produced with the collector in mind. In 1866 the reverse of the Coronet or Liberty Head style was modified by adding the motto IN GOD WE TRUST within the circle of stars above the eagle. This motto was continued from this point forward. The type minted from 1866 through 1876 is defined by the combination of the IN GOD WE TRUST motto with the denomination below expressed as TWENTY D. In 1877 the denomination was expressed differently, thus isolating the earlier issues as a distinct type. Production was continuous at the Philadelphia and San Francisco mints. Carson City coins were produced beginning in 1870, with 1870-CC being, a rarity today. Proofs in all instances are exceedingly rare.

Uncirculated pieces are quite scarce, and superb Uncirculated coins are exceedingly rare. Proofs are very rare.