1923 $20 MS65 PCGS....

Description

Conditionally Rare 1923 Double Eagle, MS65

1923 $20 MS65 PCGS. There are several P-mint issues from the 1920s that are often lumped together to represent the glories of the Saint-Gaudens design for type purposes. They usually include the 1922 through 1928 dates, plus the 1923-D. But compare the number of Gems certified for each issue at PCGS as of (9/09):

--1922. 1,121
--1923. 331.
--1923-D. 2,271.
--1924. 34,410
--1925. 5,160.
--1926. 3,453
--1927. 21,605.
--1928. 7,179.

The 1923 is often included in this list, but it is not a similar issue in Gem condition. While there are many 1923s certified, most are in MS62 or MS63 condition. Gems are quite elusive, especially in comparison to the strong demand. This example shows deep, mellow apricot-gold color with splendid luster, although minor strike softness shows at the lower obverse. PCGS has certified only three Premium Gems finer.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26G5, PCGS# 9175, GSID# 10146)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 566,000

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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