The 1883-S Liberty Head $20 gold piece (or double eagle) was struck at the San Francisco Mint, which was established in 1854 following the California gold rush. Gold and silver coins saw their greatest use and popularity in daily commerce in the Old West, where most of the precious metal in these coins was mined, and where there was little trust in paper money. The 1883-S double eagle will be an eye-catching addition to your collection!