1921 $20 MS(PCGS#9172)

The Regency Auction 43

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

323

等级

AU55

价格

341,246

详细说明

The 1921 double eagle is a KEY DATE rarity with approximately 150 or so estimated to have survived for collectors from an original mintage of 528,500. David Akers wrote in part: "...the 1921 is the premier condition rarity of the Saint-Gaudens double eagle series. More than half the total population is in circulated condition, and the majority of the Mint State pieces graded only MS60." Today, those MS60s are likely graded MS61 and MS62, which is where the bulk of the Mint State pieces sit on the Population data. More recent research published by Roger Burdette suggests that perhaps as many as 582 examples of that original mintage were retained by the cashier of the mint, the rest met their fate in the furnace. This lustrous example shows a rich golden color and nice shimmering glow. Sharply struck devices stand out. Light wear is seen on the highest points, and there are a few minor scattered ticks and marks obtained during its brief time in commercial channels, the most significant of which are on the reverse rim. This coin has an interesting provenance, as it makes its entry into the numismatic marketplace in our sale. Our consignor's grandparents were given this important coin as a wedding gift, and it has been retained by the family as an heirloom ever since. We are honored to have been selected by the family to offer it for the first time ever! PCGS 17, NGC 2. The most recent example to sell in auction realized $56,400 in the 2017 ANA auction. More recently a PCGS AU50 sold in April 2020 for $52,800 and a PCGS AU58 sold for $63,000 in March 2020. The Collectors Universe value is listed at $72,000. A very important coin that is deserving of a great date set of St. Gaudens double eagles! We know this lovely AU piece will see spirited bidding. PCGS # 9172.00