1909-S $20 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Pre-1933 NGC MS61 Old Fresh Holder
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. NGC encapsulation offers protection and guarantees the MS-61 condition of the coin.
This example displays outstanding eye appeal and premium quality for the grade. A better date San Francisco Mint date rarely seen in high grade like this.Obverse: Depicts Liberty striding forward holding a torch and an olive branch with the U. 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. This item is in the category "Coins & Paper Money\Coins: US\Gold (Pre-1933)\$20, Double Eagle". The seller is "capstonecoins" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.- Denomination: $20
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Composition: Gold
- Year: 1909
- Strike Type: Business
- Grade: MS61
- Mint Location: San Francisco
- Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1933
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Certification: NGC