Certified US Gold $20 Liberty 1873 Open 3 MS62 NGC

Although it is a variety type, the 1873 Open 3 US Gold $20 Liberty is easy to access in almost every grade, except Mint State. The "Open 3" is referring to the 3 in 1873. On some coins, the die made the 3 in the date look like an 8, and on others it it was slightly opened. Although many collectors argue that you can only tell the difference by putting the two varieties side by side, investing in a certified version also helps clarify which is which. It is believed that less of the Open 3 were made than the Closed 3 but the total mintage is reflective of the entire year's. Your 1873 Open 3 Certified US Gold $20 Liberty has earned the grade of MS62, which is a rarity for Liberty double eagles in general. NGC has preserved this coin in an official certified holder, sporting the grade many collectors drool over.