The $20 Double Eagle coin debuted in 1850 as part of the US Eagle Series. It was the largest denomination in the series and was produced with just two different designs during its history. The final design, introduced in 1907, was created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens and is widely known as the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. Today, 1925 Pre-33 $20 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Coins in certified condition are available at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes with a protective plastic slab!
• 16th release of Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagles!
• Total mintage of 2,831,750 coins from Philadelphia!
• Limited availability of certified coins!
• Contains .9675 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• The face value of $20 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 64 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• On the obverse is Lady Liberty.
• The reverse features the soaring bald eagle.

Each 1925 Pre-33 $20 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Coin in this listing is graded Mint State 64 by the Professional Coin Grading Service. Coins at this grade have average luster for their age and strike, with some minor contact marks or small patches of hairlines. The 1925 mintage included 2.831 million coins from Philadelphia, along with additional coins struck in Denver and San Francisco.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1925 $20 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle features Lady Liberty in a bold design. She holds a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, symbolizing enlightenment and peace. The background includes rays of sunlight, 48 stars, and the U.S. Capitol building.

Reverse

On the reverse of 1925 Pre-33 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Coins, Saint-Gaudens created an image of the American bald eagle in flight. The eagle is shown soaring above the rising sun, with radiant sunbeams extending across the design.

History

Augustus Saint-Gaudens design on the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle is considered a masterpiece of American coinage. His depiction of Lady Liberty in a flowing Grecian gown is both dynamic and detailed, with the fabric appearing to ripple naturally. The coins high-relief design initially posed challenges for the mint, requiring multiple strikes to bring out the full detail and leading to adjustments for easier production.

Ordering

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