1913-S $20 MS65 PCGS....

Description

Low-Mintage 1913-S Gem Double Eagle

1913-S $20 MS65 PCGS. The 1913-S is a perennial favorite in the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series, mainly because of its low mintage of only 34,000 pieces. This is the third lowest mintage in the series, behind the 1908-S and the High Relief among regular issues. However, a significant portion of the mintage was apparently set aside and not melted, as specimens through the near-Gem level of preservation are readily available. MS65 and finer pieces are another story.
Both sides of this Gem are awash in luster, and each displays attractive peach-gold coloration. The design features are generally well struck, save for weakness on the Capitol building. A few grade-consistent marks are not bothersome. Population: 20 in 65, 1 finer (6/09).
From The Bay State Collection, Part Two.(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26FR, PCGS# 9163, GSID# 10170)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 34,000

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