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Most expensive coin sold at auction

The current most expensive coin sold at auction record is $19 million, held by 1933 Double Eagle gold coin, set on June 8, 2021. Last checked October 10, 2026.

$19

million

1933 Double Eagle gold coin

New York, USA, 2021

Holder
1933 Double Eagle gold coin
Record
$19 million
Exact figure
$18.9 million
Location
New York, USA
Date set
June 8, 2021
Recognized by
Sotheby's
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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