The 1876 is the final Type Two Double Eagle produced at the Philadelphia Mint. This issue is among the most common dates of this type and is generally included in the first issues a specialist will acquire when putting together a date set. The 1876 has always been popular because it was issued during the centennial year and being the last year of the series minted from 1866-1876.

Most 1876 Double Eagles show a relatively good quality of strike. On most pieces, the hair of Liberty is not fully defined but some pieces do show better than average detail. The stars are often full with the radial lines complete. On the reverse, the wings and feathers of the eagle are better defined than on earlier Type Two issues from the Philadelphia Mint. 

1874-S Double Eagle: Varieties and Condition Rarity

The typical 1876 Double Eagle shows numerous deep, detracting marks on the surfaces. The luster on higher grade, original pieces is very good. Many examples show frosty mint luster while a few are semi-Prooflike with partially to nearly fully reflective fields. Uncleaned, high grade 1876 Double Eagles have green-gold, orange-gold or light rose coloration. It is not impossible to locate an example of this date which has above-average eye appeal. However, many coins are somewhat unappealing due to overly bag marked surfaces and impaired luster.