Lot 1146
1924 $20 Saint
PCGS 65
Starting bid
$2,800
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 65
- Certificate
- 44023867
- Denomination
- $20
- Year
- 1924
- Series
- Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1924 $20 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle | PCGS MS-65. An exceptional representative of the most abundant Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle issue, this 1924 Philadelphia Mint $20 Gold Piece exemplifies the pinnacle of early 20th-century American numismatic artistry. Struck during a prolific year for gold coinage, this *PCGS MS-65* specimen showcases the magnificent design of renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Minted with a substantial mintage of 4,323,500 pieces, this coin represents the most common date in the legendary Saint-Gaudens series. The PCGS MS-65 grade indicates a near-gem quality piece with exceptional eye appeal and minimal marks. Composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, the coin exhibits a characteristic light to medium orange-gold color with sharp, frosty luster typical of high-quality specimens from this era. Technical specifications include a weight of 33.4 grams and a 34mm diameter, featuring the iconic Saint-Gaudens obverse design of Walking Liberty and the heraldic eagle reverse. With a PCGS population of 11,068 coins in higher grades, this example represents the accessibility and collectibility of this beloved gold type. The PCGS certification #44023867 guarantees the coin's authenticity and exceptional preservation. *Provenance and Condition*: A superb example of the most readily available Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle date, offering collectors an opportunity to acquire a pristine specimen of this numismatic masterpiece. The coin displays characteristic sharp striking details, excellent luster, and the nuanced gold coloration that makes this issue so desirable among collectors and investors.




