Lot 2210
1908. No Motto. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Light even gold toning. President Theodore Roosevelt objected to the motto IN GOD WE TRUST, since he felt such a phrase had no place on our coinage. Perhaps he had a personal reason to object, or was merely following the ideals of separation of church and state. Whatever his reason, Roosevelt's objections were appropriately voiced within the Mint. This design of 1907-08 is Charles Barber's further modification of the Saint-Gaudens design, prepared for ease of minting and use in commerce (PCGS # 9142) .
Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,650.
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