1913 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. MS-65+ (NGC).

1913 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. MS-65+ (NGC).，This stunning Gem displays vibrant yellow-gold coloration across each side. The devices exhibit a fine, satiny luster, which handsomely contrasts the more matte-like texture that blankets the fields throughout. A glass will reveal a few trivial bagmarks on the obverse, though the complexion is smooth and without distractions to the naked eye. Well struck and technically superior in every respect. <p>The 1913 Saint-Gaudens double eagle boasts the sixth lowest mintage for a regular issue from the Philadelphia Mint, ranking after the 1914, 1912, 1915, 1908 with Motto, and 1909. Just 168,780 examples were struck and very few circulated domestically. Instead, the majority of these coins were held in bags for export abroad or eventual melting. Most surviving examples of this issue are from repatriated holdings in Europe or South America and many show significant bagmarks. Examples are somewhat common in lower Mint State grades, but the 1913 $20 becomes a considerable Condition Rarity approaching Gem. There are perhaps less than 30 distinct pieces remaining in grades of MS-65 and finer, with the very finest certified example grading MS-66 at NGC. The present piece is undoubtedly one of the top survivors of this low-mintage issue, ranking as the second finest certified at either PCGS or NGC. Collectors of the very finest U.S. gold will consider this an irresistible opportunity.，，