1915 $20 MS65 PCGS....

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Seldom-Seen MS65 1915 Twenty

1915 $20 MS65 PCGS. The 1915 Philadelphia issue, with a mintage of only 152,000 business strikes, is moderately scarce in all grades, as are all of the With Motto Philadelphia double eagles from the 1908 to 1915 period. David Akers (1988) writes: ''...although the 1915 is certainly not rare in grades below the Gem level, it is a classic condition rarity and is definitely rare in full Gem condition. It is nearly identical in terms of overall rarity to the 1908 With Motto, although Gems of the 1915 do seem to be available somewhat more often than those of the 1908 With Motto. This issue is considerably rarer than the lower mintage 1914 (95,250 business strikes), once again showing that mintage figures, especially among 20th Century gold issues, are not a very accurate barometer of the relative rarity of any given issues.''
This coin presents a rich, satiny finish that is accented with pronounced yellow-golden patina. All details are well struck including the often-weak Capitol building. Just a few insignificant marks are seen on the reverse that limit the grade. An elusive opportunity for the 20th Century gold specialist. Population: 31 in 65, 0 finer (8/08).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26FV, PCGS# 9167, GSID# 10142)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 152,000

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