1909-S $20 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Pre-1933 PCGS MS64+ Fresh New Holder

1909-S $20 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle PCGS MS64+ PQ++. Fresh New Holder

We just acquired this coin from a local collection that’s been off the market for years. You are buying it exactly as we did.

These coins are truly premium quality and much nicer in hand. You are receiving this coin exactly as we bought it.

Created by master sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the 1909-S $20 Gold Saint Gaudens is the descendant of the $20 Liberty Double Eagle which first entered circulation in 1850. The denomination was created as a means of exhausting an overage in gold supply due to the 1849 California Gold Rush. They were never intended for general use in commerce as the amount easily equated to a month's wage during the time of issue - making them impractical to carry as a coin. Instead, they were struck to monetize the surplus of gold and to be used exclusively in business transactions, largely between banks.

Coin Highlights:

PCGS encapsulation offers protection and guarantees the MS-64+ condition of the coin.

The “Plus” notation on the holder signifies that this example has gem-like qualities.

This example displays outstanding eye appeal and premium quality for the grade. PQ!

A better date San Francisco Mint date rarely seen in high grade like this

Designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens.

Obverse: Depicts Liberty striding forward holding a torch and an olive branch with the U.S. Capitol building in the backdrop.

Reverse: Features an eagle in flight against the sun in the background.

Beautiful true orange gold color and rare in this high grade condition.