Its historical significance is amplified by its recovery from the 1857 wreck of the SS Central America, a sidewheel steamer that sank off the Carolinas carrying tons of freshly minted gold from the Gold Rush. PCGS has graded 59 of the 1857-S $20 as MS62 with 66 finer.
The PCGS “20D” designation and gold foil SS Central America label confirms its pedigree within the treasure. In MS-62, it exhibits strong detail, rich frosty luster, and warm orange-gold color typical of coins preserved in the ship’s purser’s safe. This combination of sharp strike, variety, rarity, and direct connection to one of America’s most famous shipwrecks makes the 1857-S Bold 7, Faint "S" a compelling artifact of mid-19th-century commerce and maritime history.
| Product ID | 556516 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1857 |
| Mint Mark | S |
| Strike | MS |
| Grade | MS-62 |
| Variety | Ex.SS Central America #2575 |
| Precious Metal Weight | 0.9675 ozt Gold |
| Grading Agency | PCGS |
| Specification properties | CAC |
| Serial | 05694768 |
| Status | Active |
| Designation | 20D |
| Additional Info | - |
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