1904-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle PCGS MS60 (CAC)

Offered here is a 1904-O $10 Liberty Head Eagle, a coveted New Orleans Mint gold issue from the final era of classic U.S. gold coinage. Struck with the “With Motto” reverse, this historic Eagle represents one of the most widely collected Southern branch mint gold types and remains a cornerstone date for collectors building a meaningful New Orleans gold set. Certified PCGS MS60 and further endorsed with a CAC sticker, this coin delivers the important combination of third-party authentication, solid quality for the grade, and strong collector liquidity. The 1904-O is especially notable as the second most available With Motto eagle from the New Orleans Mint, trailing only the 1903-O, with hundreds of examples having surfaced from overseas holdings in the past decade. Even so, truly choice examples become scarce quickly as grades rise, making a properly graded, CAC-approved Mint State example an appealing target for both type collectors and date-and-mint specialists. Highlights Date and mint: 1904-O, New Orleans Denomination and type: $10 Liberty Head Eagle, With Motto reverse Certification: PCGS MS60, CAC PCGS Cert #: 81087144 PCGS Population (at time of reporting): 55 in MS60, with 646 graded higher Historical and collector context The 1904-O carries the second highest mintage among With Motto New Orleans eagles and is regarded as the second most available issue from this mint for the type. It is seldom encountered below AU55 and is readily located through MS62; it becomes notably scarce in accurately graded MS63 and is rare in MS64. The issue is also surrounded by an intriguing numismatic footnote: a single 1904-O example has been cited as potentially a Branch Mint proof or specimen-like strike, noted for exceptional sharpness and a rich satiny finish reminiscent of later Satin Finish proof gold—adding to the date’s broader collector fascination. Eye appeal This classic New Orleans gold Eagle displays the timeless look collectors seek in early 20th-century U.S. gold, with attractive original gold coloration that can range from warm yellow-gold to deeper honey tones depending on lighting. As a Mint State example with CAC approval, it offers the kind of confident, collector-grade presentation that stands out in a serious Liberty Head Eagle collection. A strong choice for building a New Orleans gold type set, upgrading to a certified Mint State example, or acquiring a CAC-approved 1904-O Eagle with enduring demand and historic Southern mint appeal.