1928 $20

Description

# 1928 Saint-Gaudens $20 Gold Double Eagle. A superb gem *Saint-Gaudens* Double Eagle from the Philadelphia Mint, graded a remarkable PCGS MS-67. This pristine specimen represents the pinnacle of pre-1933 U.S. gold coinage, hailing from the most prolific year of double eagle production. The 1928 Saint-Gaudens $20 gold piece epitomizes numismatic excellence, featuring Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic design in its most refined state. Struck with exceptional precision at the Philadelphia Mint, this example boasts extraordinary strike quality and eye appeal. With a total population of just 132 coins graded, this MS-67 represents a truly elite specimen, with only 13 examples known in higher grades. Technically impressive, the coin exhibits 90% gold composition, weighing 33.4 grams with a 34mm diameter. The frosty, light greenish-gold surfaces showcase remarkable preservation, reflecting the high minting standards of the era. From a historical perspective, the 1928 issue is notable for its extraordinary mintage of 8,816,000 coins, making it the most abundant Double Eagle of its time. PCGS Certification #45534994 confirms this exceptional coin's quality and authenticity. With a price guide value of $14,000 and representing the pinnacle of Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle production, this lot offers a museum-quality example of classic American gold coinage.