Description
1911 $20 Saint Gaudens PCGS PR66
PCGS # 9208
Grading Service PCGS
Grade PR66
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1911
Designation
Strike Proof
Grade Add On NONE
1911 $20 Saint Gaudens PCGS PR66
1911 $20
SKU: 53742351
The 1911 Saint-Gaudens $20 is one of the most admired issues in all of U.S. numismatics, combining Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic Double Eagle design with exceptional early-20th-century craftsmanship. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint and preserved as a Proof, this coin offers both historic significance and elite collector appeal in a format that stands at the pinnacle of American gold coinage.
"Key Details"
Date/Type: 1911 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20)
Mint: Philadelphia
Grade: NGC PR66
NGC Certification Number: 50594905
"Design and Historical Importance"
Obverse: Liberty strides forward with torch and olive branch, framed by the U.S. Capitol and radiant sunbeams—an enduring symbol of American progress and artistic ambition.
Reverse: A powerful flying eagle set against a brilliant sun, with bold inscriptions that define the classic Saint-Gaudens motif.
Issued during a period when U.S. coinage was reaching new artistic heights, the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle is widely regarded as a masterpiece of American medallic art. Proof examples from this era were struck with special care for collectors, making them especially desirable compared to standard business strikes.
"Eye Appeal"
This Proof 1911 Double Eagle displays the distinctive visual presence that advanced collectors pursue: richly detailed devices, sharp definition throughout the design, and a refined presentation often accompanied by warm golden color with subtle honey and amber undertones typical of well-preserved early Proof gold.
"Rarity and Collector Positioning"
NGC Population: 16 in PR66, with higher-graded examples noted as “higher” (exact figure not provided).
With a limited population at this grade, this piece occupies a scarce tier for the date and format, offering an excellent balance of rarity, condition, and long-term desirability for collectors focused on premium U.S. gold.
"Why This Coin Belongs in a Collection"
A landmark design from America’s most celebrated coin artist
Proof format for heightened detail and collector prestige
Scarce certified population at PR66
A standout acquisition for Saint-Gaudens specialists, U.S. gold type collectors, and anyone seeking a historically important centerpiece coin
A refined and highly collectible 1911 Proof Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle—an enduring classic with the presence, artistry, and scarcity to anchor a serious numismatic portfolio.