Lot 3519
1915 $20 St. Gaudens. PCGS graded MS-65. Low mintage date: 152,050 pieces. Nice gold and orange toning. A scarce date in gem condition. And in fact, an extraordinary gem of the finest order in its grade, no doubt something of a sleeper in being overlooked by mainstream collectors. Broadly sweeping cartwheel luster glows brightly throughout its frosty surfaces; at first glance, Roman Finish Proofs come to mind. In reference to the strike, now that the luster has been told, we see a meticulous strike in all the vital areas, including Liberty's face, nose, eyes, forehead and hair, as well as on the eagle's plethora of feathers (including those on the breast). At the time this $20 gold piece was made, war had already broken out in Europe. American business was feeling the first effects of the war-boom, production for which created a rise in employment as well as a great expansion of industrial activity and agriculture that lasted into 1919. Unlike the belligerents in World War I, America remained on the Gold Standard throughout 1914-18. Pop 32; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 9167) .
Estimated Value $18,000 - 20,000.
The Dr. Robert Hesselgesser Collection.
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| Realized $20,700 |
