Lot 1311
1908 $20 St. Gaudens. With motto. NGC graded Proof 66. In NGC holder 1916800-001. Well struck. Only 101 Proofs minted. An impressive example of this first Proof issue struck with the matte or sandblast finish in this large $20 gold format. We see no nicks, spots, or grazes in the delicate surface that could be used by naysayers wishing to humble its pristine beauty. In other words, the coin is pretty much "as struck," placing it near the high end of its grade as well as of this first-year of issue. While it would be a mistake to call the 1908 Proof twenties common, this is the date most routinely offered among the eight Proof dates in the Saint-Gaudens series. We are honored to have been consigned two remarkable Proof 66 examples of this 1908 With Motto Proof. Either piece would make a stunning centerpiece in a collection of rare United States gold coins.
If you have yet to make an acquaintance with a Matte Proof double eagle, this is an impressive example of the Type. Pop 25; 11 finer, 9 in 67, 2 in 68 (PCGS # 9205) .
Estimated Value $70,000 - 75,000.
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