1893-O $10 Liberty Gold Eagle PCGS MS61

1893-O $10 Liberty Gold Eagle PCGS MS61

PCGS MS61 | Fresh, original surfaces and strong strike | Population: 150

• Year: 1893
• Weight: 16.72 grams
• Purity: .900 fine gold
• Era: Pre-33 U.S. Gold
• Mint: New Orleans (O)
• Face Value: $10 USD
• Grade: PCGS MS61
• Population: 150
• Population Higher: 188
• Mintage: Just 17,000 pieces

A true Southern rarity, the 1893-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle is a standout issue for collectors of New Orleans Mint gold. With a mintage of just 17,000 coins, this date ranks among the lowest production runs of the entire Liberty Eagle series. Few were preserved at the time, and even fewer survived in Mint State—making this PCGS MS61 example a highly coveted acquisition.

Certified by PCGS with a population of only 150 coins in MS61 and just 188 graded higher, this coin offers a rare combination of low mintage, low surviving population, and historic appeal. While higher-grade examples are exceedingly scarce and command significant premiums, this MS61 strikes a strategic balance—delivering strong visual and technical quality. 

This specimen displays fresh, original surfaces with a pleasing golden hue, accentuated by soft cartwheel luster that rotates smoothly under light. The strike is particularly noteworthy—well-defined across Liberty’s hair, the eagle’s wings, and shield, which can often be weak on New Orleans issues. 

The New Orleans Mint, long associated with lower survival rates and erratic strike quality, produced only a handful of $10 gold issues in the 1890s, making each one an essential component of a comprehensive Liberty Eagle set. The 1893-O is especially prized for its combination of Southern origin, low production, and infrequent appearance in the market—particularly in true Mint State condition.

Collectors focused on branch mint gold, Southern U.S. issues, or Pre-33 rarities will find the 1893-O MS61 to be a high-value target, blending historical charm, genuine scarcity, and investment potential. It’s a coin that simply doesn’t show up often—especially with this level of originality and strike quality.