Lot 1089
1928 $20
PCGS 63
Starting bid
$2,700
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 63
- Certificate
- 3381490
- Denomination
- $20
- Year
- 1928
- Series
- Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1928 $20 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle. A stunning gem-quality example of the most prolific Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ever minted, this PCGS MS-63 specimen represents the pinnacle of late 1920s American gold coinage. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin showcases the legendary artistry of Augustus Saint-Gaudens in exceptional preservation. The 1928 issue is notable for its extraordinary *mintage of 8,816,000*, making it the most abundant Double Eagle in numismatic history. This particular coin exhibits the characteristic sharp strike and exceptional quality for which the 1928 vintage is renowned. The surfaces display a beautiful light medium greenish-gold color with robust mint luster, typical of the finest specimens from this remarkable year of production. Graded by PCGS with certificate #3381490, this 90% gold coin represents an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking a high-grade representative of one of the most iconic American gold coin designs. With a total population of 19,498 graded examples, this MS-63 piece sits comfortably within the upper echelons of preserved specimens. The coin's technical specifications include a weight of 33.4 grams, a 34mm diameter, and a lettered edge, exemplifying the meticulous craftsmanship of early 20th-century U.S. Mint production. Numismatic Highlights: - *PCGS MS-63* grade. - Philadelphia Mint strike. - Exceptional original luster. - Highly collectible date. - Superb strike quality
