Lot 3499
1908-D $20 St. Gaudens. With motto. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck with rich golden toning on both sides. From one end to the other the intense golden luster gyrates with almost atomic intensity. It is interesting to see, as well, that this '08-D was struck from well-prepared dies that imported a sound and in point of fact, a bold design in the key areas. A stunning Gem. A lovely coin. Pop 2; 3 finer in 67 (PCGS # 9148) .
IN GOD WE TRUST was returned to the $20 gold piece in late 1908 after Congress instructed the Mint to do so. President Roosevelt (whose still held office at the time) had a distinct dislike for placing the name of the Diety on this coin.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
The Dr. Robert Hesselgesser Collection.
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