1907 $20 MS66+ PCGS. CAC....

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1907 No Motto Double Eagle, MS66+
Arabic Numerals, Ex: Duckor

1907 $20 MS66+ PCGS. CAC. Ex: Fox-Duckor. This 1907 Arabic Numerals twenty demonstrates how admirably Chief Engraver Charles Barber maintained the virtues of Saint-Gaudens' design. The surfaces are strongly struck, with full facial details and five full toes on Liberty's foot wearing the sandal. (The coins strike up so well, in large part, because Barber made sure not to oppose the design high points of each side, even at the new, lower relief.) Even the finest details of the eagle's plumage appear completely brought up. Lilac accents complement deep reddish-orange hues in the centers of each side. The dominant colors cede to jade tinges near the rims. Were it not for a couple of stray abrasions -- one on the left (facing) skirt line, one on the lower left leg -- this piece might lay claim to an even finer grade. Only 19 submissions are graded higher at PCGS (1/20).
Ex: David Akers; The Dr. and Mrs. Steven L. Duckor Collection / FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2012), lot 4602.

David Akers (2012) Comments (from PCGS CoinFacts):
Being the first year of issue, the 1907 was widely saved as a souvenir or novelty and therefore many exist in very choice or even gem Mint State. There are also some pieces known that are truly superb, if not close to perfection. Below MS-65, this issue is really no problem to locate and gems, although scarce, can generally be found with only a little effort.
From The Rollo Fox Collection of $20 Saint-Gaudens Gold, Part II. (Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26F5, PCGS# 9141, Greysheet# 10132)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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