In 2021, a single coin sold for $18.9 million, becoming the most expensive coin ever sold.
But the story of the 1933 Double Eagle is far more fascinating than its price.
This legendary $20 gold coin was never officially released, most were melted by the U.S. government, and for decades owning one was considered illegal.
Yet somehow, a few survived.
In this episode of “Get to Know: The Collectible”, we explore the incredible story behind the 1933 Double Eagle — one of the most controversial and valuable coins in history.
In this documentary, we cover:
• The dramatic history behind the coin
• Why the U.S. government tried to destroy it
• How a few coins secretly escaped the Mint
• The famous King Farouk specimen
• Why one coin sold for $18.9 million
• How collectors determine value
• Authentication and grading risks
• Market trends in rare coin collecting
• Who collects coins like this today
Whether you’re a beginner collector or a seasoned numismatist, this episode reveals why the 1933 Double Eagle remains the holy grail of coin collecting.
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