$20 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle
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The Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle is widely regarded as the most beautiful gold coin ever produced by the United States Mint and a pinnacle of American numismatic artistry. Issued during the early 20th century, this iconic gold coin reflects a transformative era in U.S. coinage when artistic excellence and national identity converged.
The design was created by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, at the invitation of President Theodore Roosevelt, who sought to elevate American coinage to the artistic standards of classical antiquity. Saint-Gaudens’ vision introduced a powerful, forward-moving Liberty holding a torch and olive branch on the obverse—an enduring symbol of progress, freedom, and peace.
The reverse features a majestic American eagle in flight against a rising sun, reinforcing the coin’s dynamic style and bold symbolism. Together, the obverse and reverse designs represent a dramatic departure from earlier U.S. coinage and have become enduring icons of American art and history.
Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles were struck at several U.S. Mint facilities, including Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. Many examples were later lost to melting and export, making surviving certified coins especially desirable today. Issues with and without the In God We Trust motto offer additional historical distinction tied to early 20th-century debates over coinage design.
Collectors prize Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles for their exceptional artistry, historic significance, and central role in Pre-1933 U.S. gold collections. The design’s legacy continues today, having inspired the modern American Gold Eagle series.
At LCR Coin, we specialize in certified Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle coins, professionally graded by leading third-party grading services such as NGC, PCGS, and CAC.
Why Collect Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle Coins?
- Considered the most beautiful design in U.S. gold coinage
- Created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens
- Issued during the early 20th century
- Struck at multiple historic U.S. Mint locations
- Cornerstone of Pre-1933 U.S. gold collections
- Professionally certified by leading grading services
